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PUBLISHER Envisage Productions Enterprise Inc. 6 editor’s point of view 46 up-close Daniel Del Valle Wall Twp. NJ Police Officer Editor-In-Chief Mike Malone honors WWII Hero, Daniel Del Valle managing editor’s perspective Harry Rockafeller with a 9 ft. executive Editor Bronze Statue John Welsh George Beck, Ph.D. By Valerie Velazquez-Stetz MANAGING EDITOR Sheriff Clarke Speaks Out George Beck, Ph.D. 8 49 tribute Target Criminal Behavior, Not Guns The Importance of a Memorial DESIGN EDITOR By Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. (Ret.) Dari Izhaky 50 awareness Associate Editors 12 national voice Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, Julia Torres Don’t Kick the Can Down the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Joe Uliano Road on Prison Reform — Now Office and Monmouth County Office copy EDITOR is the Time for Change on Aging Partnership to Promote J. Scott Wilson By Bernard B. Kerik Safety for Those in Need By Ted Freeman and Cynthia Scott writers 14 upfront Efren Almodovar Dr. Brian P. Kelly legal news Chris Amos Bernard Kerik #nothingtoapologizefor 54 Caroline Angel Dave Littman By Joel E. Gordon Avoid Costly Mistakes in Alimony George Beck Capt. Lori Mambelli (Ret.) Matters After Divorce Robert (Bob) Bianchi, Esq. Jay Martinez 18 out-front By Heather J. Darling, Esq. Joseph Biasco Brian Mast Social Media’s Threat to Law Greg Bogert Sheriff Leo McGuire (Ret.) Enforcement 56 community outreach Michael D. Boll Anthony Mikitarian By Demetrick Pennie, M.A., Ed.D. Ice Cream, Cops and Kids Keith Bott Eddie Molina By Joel E. Gordon Rebecca Calhoun Jacob Ortega 20 feature interview Jonny Castro Lt. Joseph Pangaro (Ret.) Exclusive: Mara Salvatrucha-13 57 Blue events Joseph Celentano Timothy Parlatore, Esq. 2018 Police Week Lt. Patrick J. Ciser (Ret.) Kris “Tanto” Paronto “MS-13”. An Interview with Sgt. Kaluba Chipepo Demetrick Pennie Congressman Peter King 59 Troop Memorial Day Collin Congleton William Peppard By Daniel Del Valle, George Beck, Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. Gary Przewoznik and Joseph Uliano 60 around florida Daniel Del Valle Dr. Aaron Rapps BCSO Deputy Kenneth Autenrieb’s Vincent D’Amico Rafael Rosa 25 spotlight Life of Service Dr. Michael Doblin Thomas Shea Biography Bob Dvorchak Barry Sheinkopf By Julia Torres Sgt. Anthony Espino PO Valerie Stetz (Ret.) Deputy Chief Lourdes Phelan Det. Sgt. Thomas S. Lt. Randy Sutton (Ret.) 62 HEALTH news Fano, (Ret.) Wanda Tejada Coletta 26 hear me out Looking Good for the Summer Debra Ann Faretra Julia Torres A Moment of Action By Dr. Michael Doblin Joel E. Gordon Joseph Uliano By Sgt. Anthony Espino Beth C. Grossman, Esq. Eddie Vega 65 police chaplain’s Capt. Stephen Jones Brian Weitzman 28 reflection perspective Fasil Khan John Welsh What Happened to Us? Stress By Lt. Patrick J. Ciser, C.P.D. (Ret.) cover design By Chris Amos Daniel Larco 31 training fitness Photographers A Higher Tier of Thinking, the Art 66 Vincent D’Amico Food Prepping for Success Barry Morgenstein of Re-Direction By Sgt. Kaluba “Coach Kal” Chipepo, MBA By Jay Martinez WEBSITE/SUBSCRIPTIONS www.TheBlueMagazine.com 68 Home advice 32 cover story What You Need to Know EMAIL The Return of the Brotherhood [email protected] About Interest Rates Exclusive Interview with By Fasil Khan ADVERTISING BBO Founder and Leader John Welsh 201.881.5100 Michael Burke 70 remembrance OFFICE By Daniel Del Valle “Lesandro “Junior” Guzman-Feliz 279 Belmont Ave., Haledon, NJ 07508 By Jonny Castro ph: 973.653.3446 | fax: 973.653.3447 40 bbo PROUD PIGS Get Dirty For D.A.R.E. 72 Blue PaWS By Michael Burke Law Enforcement Officers

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he majority of officers in our pro- ummer is here! While you’re out T fession are well-intentioned people. S enjoying the sunny days, take Blue Think about what we can achieve if we are all Magazine along with you. committed to genuinely caring for each other. As you can tell by our cover story, we feature Just think how great this profession can be with- a law enforcement charity organization that out the harassing, bullying, gossiping, and slan- aims to strengthen the brotherhood and help dering. How great it would be if we cut out the attacks—the jealousy, each other. It’s time we ask ourselves: Are we doing our part to and so many more ignorant and childish behaviors. Without these help our brother and sister officers? Are we being kind to each negatives in law enforcement, we could save so many lives lost to other? Are we there for one another during difficult and stressful illnesses or suicide. I am convinced that better relationships bring times when we need to lean on each other for support? Or are better communication, and better communication brings trust and we among the unfortunate who taunt, set-up, harass, or exploit health. When a sincere trust is formed, people will open up and ex- the internal affairs system to target fellow officers? I would hope press how they are feeling. This will save lives! that most—if not all officers—are among those who are actively I cordially invite all of you to our first Blue Suicide Awareness helping their fellow officers, but it would be naïve to believe every Dinner & Get Together. I am 100% committed to doing whatever it officer intends to help. takes to stop Blue Suicide. As proud as I am of our American flag, In our current situation where competition is ever-present, I am tired of seeing it draped over the coffins of so many officers whether for promotions or assignments, sometimes good officers with lots of life and potential ended through the ultimate mistake. As get ensnared in a trap. Think back to the academy days. I am sure beautiful as Taps is, it troubles me to hear it while seeing spouses and there were no recruits in the class with the intentions to one day children crying at the graveside, and knowing nothing is being done hurt another officer for personal gain, right? Instead, that devi- to prevent that next spouse or child from enduring such a painful ant behavior came at some point in their career. Therefore, post- situation. We must act. None of us is immune to Blue Suicide. There- academy we must continue to strengthen our brotherhood. If we fore, we must come together to stop these preventable tragedies. unite and find ways to keep that police academy brotherhood Our upcoming event is free for everyone. I would love to see that was shaped over and over in our minds, many of these hurt- all of you there. Expect a night where we can all start expressing ful actions can be avoided. It will also go a long way to reducing new ways to make a difference. By doing this, we will be learning Blue suicide. from one another. Let’s build relationships where dialogue, trust, and I’d like to share a story about an officer who was not feeling awareness can begin with one another. I will give it my all and our well in his mind and sought the help of another officer outside team has the same passion. I thank the Moment of Silence organiza- his department. Unfortunately, and according to the officer, he tion for their participation with this event. was distraught that this brother-in-blue had exploited his situ- In my many years of meeting new individuals and organizations ation and sent word to his department through gossiping about in our profession, it indeed is an honor to have on our cover one it. The repercussions were deeply troubling to him, and sadly he of the most passionate, and sincere law enforcement organizations, made the biggest mistake and chose to end his life. We must re- Brothers Before Others (BBO). What an impressive group of Blue evaluate how we are treating each other, because we are in an ex- brothers and sisters who honestly get it. They give me hope that the traordinarily stressful and psychologically toxic profession. How strong brotherhood from yesteryear can return to our profession. we treat each other is immensely valuable. A simple gesture to Much respect to all of you at BBO. You are making us proud. Keep help and not exploit a situation may have gone a long way toward up the great work you do for many in our profession and many civil- saving this officer. ians around our nation. As many of you know, our Editor Daniel Del Valle is very Lastly, without all of our loyal readers, sponsors, and writers, passionate about helping fellow officers and is resolved to attack none of this would be possible. I thank all of you for making Blue Blue suicide. A free event is planned for Thursday, Aug. 9 at the Magazine the leading law enforcement publication that is committed Antika Grill in Montclair, NJ. It will be a night of discussion and to improving our profession and the quality of life for every officer networking and ultimately evaluating Blue suicide and what can who protects and serves this great nation. I am forever grateful. Have be done to combat it. We hope all of you will attend. a wonderful summer!

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Sheriff Clarke Speaks Out Target Criminal Behavior, Not Guns Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. (Ret.)

elcome to summer in the Ameri- lence. He’s wrong. crime to the Department of Justice for can ghetto. In large urban centers, Police leaders seem perplexed about prosecution because federal guidelines for WMemorial Day weekend rang in what to do. They increase police patrols in sentencing are longer and more certain. the unofficial start of summer with a spate high crime areas, they set up gun buyback Stop accepting plea bargains in exchange of killings in major cities. Eight dead with programs and establish hotlines for people for weak sentences. The reality is that these 30 wounded by gunfire in Chicago, four to call about illegal guns. They have swal- policy alternatives are effective crime con- dead with nine wounded in D.C., and three lowed the hook, line and sinker of the anti- trol tools. dead with 12 wounded in Milwaukee. gun movement’s misguided belief that if How many Americans in Chicago, Unfortunately, city officials responded you target guns, the violence will disappear. D.C., and Milwaukee will be killed by in a predictable fashion – commitment to If the gun was the cause of violence violent offenders until leftist politicians more police patrols, public relations cam- then gun violence would be evenly distrib- realize their criminal justice policies have paigns to end the violence, and candlelight uted across demographics among the gun failed us all? vigils at the scene of the carnage. Despite all owning population. However, that isn’t the Unfortunately, it’s difficult to push back of this, the violence continues. Americans reality. against the status quo. In order for my pro- deserve pragmatic and successful policy so- Most of the crime is centered in the posed strategy to work, police commanders lutions from their communities, not status American ghetto. The average gun own- must be able to empower and support front quo talking points from the left. As Presi- er does not use a gun to take somebody’s line officers. Law enforcement officers have dent Trump recently tweeted, leftist policies property by force, settle a dispute or intimi- been emasculated and defanged in the as- aren’t working in Chicago and it’s time to let date their neighbors. sault by the cop-hating crowd that has risen the police do their jobs. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime since the incident in Ferguson, Missouri. When you see this level of violence it Reporting, black suspects make up 52 America needs officers to once again en- is evidence that social order has collapsed percent of arrests in homicides, 50 percent gage in assertive policing that keeps crime in said areas. In other words, we must look of robbery arrests, 32 percent of arrests for and violence in check. Policing tactics such at what prompted the shootings in the first aggravated assaults and 41 percent of arrests as traffic stops and field interviews based on place. In these cases, it was prompted by in weapon carrying/possession. To put it reasonable suspicion prevent crime before cultural rot in the form of dysfunctional into perspective, blacks make up about 13 it happens. They help turn up illegal gun behavior. Behavior like gang involvement, percent of the total U.S. population but are possession, dangerous drugs and people drug and alcohol abuse, ineffective parent- disproportionately the perpetrators in these wanted on serious felony warrants. ing, lack of engaged fathers, and poor edu- criminal acts. It may be an ugly fact to some Unfortunately, cops have backed away cation are a handful of situations that breed but it is the reality of violent crime. from the risks associated with aggressive dysfunctional behavior. Criminals take It’s a swing and a miss to target guns. policing out of fear that they’ll be part of property by force, settle inane disputes with Instead, we should target violent career the next sensationalized national news gunfire and intimidate their neighbors. It’s criminals and their anti-social behavior. story. They are reluctant to jeopardize their the law of the jungle where people foolishly We shouldn’t take politically correct poli- careers because of some snap-shot phone react to circumstances instead of using ra- cy advice from the same leftists that have video of an incident taken out of context tional thought to settle disputes. failed to deter crime. even when they are later exonerated. The worst part? America’s criminal Rather, there are a handful of new ap- If mayors and police commanders are justice system has become a revolving door proaches we should take to make America unwilling to come up with a strategy such for violent repeat offenders. Once released, safe. We must identify repeat perpetrators as the one I propose – improving the qual- these offenders commit crimes before the by their long rap sheets. Send out teams of ity of life in crime-ridden neighborhoods ink dries on their police reports. In obser- officers to arrest everyone out on outstand- through proven tactics – then they should vance of the flaws in our justice system, ing felony warrants. Arrest probation and prepare for another violent summer. One they reason that not much will happen to parole offenders for the slightest violation in which blacks and Hispanics are dispro- them and that city officials are powerless of their probation or parole. Follow-up with portionately victimized by crime and vio- to stop them. In essence, their calculation quality debriefings by investigators to de- lence. is correct – city officials target the wrong termine the associates of perpetrators and (Article courtesy of townhall.com) things. the vehicles they own. Prosecute offenders After the violence in the nation’s capi- and keep them locked up for the longest David A. Clarke Jr., former tal this past weekend, D.C. Metropolitan period allowed by law, keeping neighbor- Sheriff of Milwaukee County, Police Chief Peter Newsham said he plans hoods safe. Set high bail and stop liberal is now President of DAC En- to reach out to federal partners to “re- programs like community corrections and terprises and Chair of Ameri- strategize” about how to target illegal guns, second chances for repeat offenders. Send can Law and Culture for the which he believes is at the heart of the vio- felons who use a gun in commission of a Capital Research Center.

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ast week, as Washington focused on a es programming attendance and cleaner, overhaul of the bureau’s executive staff in controversial House prison reform bill more manageable facilities. headquarters and at the regional level. You Lsponsored by Rep. Doug Collins (R- This bill would keep families closer to- cannot use the old guard and the same poli- Ga.) and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) gether by requiring the Bureau of Prisons cies and expect change for the better. titled The First Step Act, a few things relat- to place incarcerated people within 500 A new director must understand the ing to criminal justice and prison reform driving miles of their home. The BOP urges collateral consequences that come with a — both good and bad — got less attention. inmates to maintain family ties, especially felony conviction in order to implement First, Senate Democrats and criminal with their children, but then often prevents the appropriate vocational and life-skill justice advocates immediately downplayed them from doing so due to long distances programs to assist offenders attempting to and criticized the bill, calling for more and exorbitant rates to make phone calls. re-enter society. comprehensive legislation that would fo- The bill would reform the federal Unfortunately, although the Justice cus on sentencing reforms and mandatory compassionate-release program, so that Department has promoted smarter offender minimums. The problem is, bolder legisla- taxpayers are not spending millions to keep evaluations upon conviction to ensure that tion is likely not to pass this year. locked up the most expensive, lowest risk it’s putting the worst of the worst offenders Second, the director of the federal offenders — and so that families can spend in prison, U.S. Attorneys across the country Bureau of Prisons (BOP), retired U.S. Army a loved one’s final days together. still take ethical, civil, administrative and Maj. Gen. Mark Inch, quietly resigned after Lastly, it would invest tens of millions regulatory violations and turn them into just nine months in the position. Word on of dollars in recidivism-reducing program- criminal conduct. Prison sentences for first- the street was that his departure stemmed ming, which would improve public safety time, low-level nonviolent drug offenses from frustration with Attorney General and give prisoners a better possibility of a and nonviolent white-collar offenses is a Jeff Sessions excluding him from major second chance in life. mistake. staffing, policy and budget decisions in his These are common-sense reforms. The As a result, it creates a permanent un- own agency. bill could be more comprehensive, but a derclass of American citizen removed from Having run two of the largest law en- bolder bill might never make it to the presi- the workforce for long periods — most for forcement agencies in the United States dent’s desk. eternity — and costs the economy billions — the NYPD and the New York City jail There is some good news. The BOP more than the reported costs of incarcera- system, including Rikers Island — and, director’s departure could be the best thing tion. unfortunately, having served time in the that’s happened in prison reform in de- The fact that a felony conviction re- federal prison system for three years and cades, especially given President Trump’s mains on your record until the day you die, 11 days, my perspective is unique. No one support and White House adviser Jared and prevents you from becoming a whole with my background, experience and suc- Kushner’s dogged determination to change citizen again, is exactly why the Justice De- cess in jail or prison management has ever an archaic, draconian system. partment should be doing everything fea- lived inside the federal prison system as an Historically, jail and prison systems are sible to ensure that only the worst of the inmate. No one. treated like the black sheep of the criminal worst are prosecuted and sent to prison. I consider it a mistake to oppose The justice system; without a president, gover- Sadly, that is not happening. First Step Act, which would contradict the nor or mayor who understands the need The new BOP director must realize very mission statement and the goals and to fund correctional systems appropriately that prison is nothing but a training ground objectives of the BOP. and to institute management-accountabil- for thuggery and criminality; there is no Think about it: The bill would end the ity programs that address fraud, waste, benefit to society when we suck all the so- barbaric practice of shackling pregnant abuse and corruption, the system will re- cietal values out of someone and institu- women in prison; it would enable everyone main in constant crisis. tionalize them, turning them into thugs. in federal prison (except those serving life We have a president who wants change; We cannot treat inmates like children and sentences) to earn more time off for good unfortunately, Director Inch was not seen expect them to act like adults. We cannot behavior, thereby enabling them to return as a reformer and succumbed to the status demoralize and demean a prisoner and ex- to their families sooner. quo of the BOP, surrounding himself with pect them to return to their communities a For hard-nosed law-and-order types, career BOP executives who had no problem better person. keep in mind that we love to look tough with the culture, outdated policies and lack The next BOP director must be an and over-punish and, yet, offer little or no of accountability within the bureau. agent for change. The president wants it, incentives for good behavior. Rewarding The next director must be willing to Mr. Kushner is moving the ball and, for the good behavior in a jail or prison system re- bring the bureau into the 21st century, first time in decades, the administration duces inmate-on-inmate violence as well as and that’s never going to happen without has an opportunity to change the BOP for inmate-officer confrontations, and increas- the support of the attorney general and an (Continued on bottom of page 14)

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#nothingtoapologizefor By Joel E. Gordon “Never ruin an apology with an excuse.” – sioner De Sousa appeared to be inclined to Along with others, I know that my Unknown make another apology, this time to past and years of policing Baltimore’s inner city When earlier this year, former Bal- present members of the Baltimore City Po- western district neighborhoods resulted timore Police Commissioner Darryl De lice Department. Commissioner De Sousa in a positive, uplifting, not oppressive, out- Sousa - a thirty-year veteran of the depart- reportedly contacted both Baltimore Police come for the good, law-abiding citizens I ment - made a brief speech to say he was Retired Benevolent Association President served. I was one of the good guys. So were sorry about how police have treated black Daryl Buhrman and Baltimore City Fra- many others with whom I worked, learned communities since the nation’s founding at ternal Order of Police Lodge #3 President from, mentored, and respected. a hip-hop show of Eric B & Rakim, he sure- Gene Ryan regarding making amends for While some may had been willing ly wasn’t speaking for the majority of rank what he said. The former commissioner is to give the commissioner the benefit of a and file officers and their families who have reported to have said that he opened his doubt as to his regret over his initial apol- sacrificed for the City of Baltimore, some of mouth and the wrong words came out. ogy, I remained skeptical especially in the whom have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Never ruin an apology with an excuse, es- absence of a public repudiation of his initial The police commissioner said while pecially such an unacceptable one. remarks. being booed by the crowd, “I want to take So to Darryl De Sousa, good riddance, about 20 seconds to apologize for all the Too little; Too late the damage had already been done as a re- things the police have done dating back 200 During my time as a Baltimore City sult of your ill-advised comments. I join years. Two hundred years ago all the way police officer, I stood with the great and sat the chorus of those who say although you to civil rights. All the way to the ’80s where with the broken. I worked, as did many of may suddenly have had a newfound need to crack was prevalent in the cities and it af- my fellow officers, to improve the quality of apologize for your or others’ career actions fected disproportionately African-Ameri- life in the areas of the city to which I was as- or for poor policy decisions or implemen- can men. All the way to the ’90s. All the way signed. I counseled, consoled, fought (and tation by you or your predecessors, do not to the 2000s when we had zero tolerance. I with occasional personal injury) to help include me in the blanket apology for Balti- want to take the time to apologize for what others and maintain order. I used the tools more and for policing that you made on the policing did and I promise you we’re going available to me to keep good law-abiding night of the hip-hop show. to make a change in the future.” citizens safe and in the best living environ- In fact on many levels the City of It should be noted that the Baltimore ment possible whether it was by arresting Baltimore and its police department owes City Police Department in its current form criminal offenders, clearing corners of loi- many apologies to me, my family, and other was officially established by an act of the terers in known open-air drug markets members of our large extended police Maryland State Legislature on March 16, (now a consent decree violation), or moni- family as does Darryl De Sousa… I have 1853, far less than 200 years ago. But I toring the activity of known criminals in- #nothingtoapologizefor digress… cluding drug dealers, purse snatchers, and The news of the commissioner’s com- juvenile gang members. Crime reduction in Joel E. Gordon is a proud ments spread quickly and sent a shock- my primary area of responsibility was my former Field Training Officer wave throughout social media. Numerous number one goal. with the Baltimore City Police retirees and former Baltimore police offi- Unlike the former police commis- Department and is a former cers began posting their length of service sioner, I was fortunate enough to never Chief of Police for the city of to the City of Baltimore and its citizens to have had to use a level of force resulting Kingwood, West Virginia. He Facebook with hashtags such as #nothing- in another’s death or involved in a police- has also served as vice-chair of toapologizefor, #noapologies, #sorrynot- involved shooting where an innocent by- a regional narcotics task force. An award- sorry and #notmyapology stander lost his life to a ricocheting bullet. winning journalist, he is author of the book The chatter on social media regarding I certainly was never forced to resign or Still Seeking Justice: One Officer’s Story the speech given by Commissioner De Sou- indicted with failure to file U.S. Individual and founded the Facebook group Police sa apparently received the attention of the Tax Returns as was De Sousa, who’s charged Authors Seeking Justice. Look him up at former commissioner himself. Commis- with three misdemeanor counts. stillseekingjustice.com

Don’t kick the can down the road on prison reform… (Continued from page 12) the better with the right person in charge. ment of Correction, from 1995 through in a federal prison. He is the However, the attorney general and Justice 2000. As commissioner of the NYPD from founder of the Kerik Group, Department must be on the same page as 2000 through 2001, he oversaw its response which provides clients with the president. to the 9/11 attack. He pleaded guilty in homeland security, police (Article courtesy of The Hill) 2006 to ethics violations and was fined, and correctional training, then pleaded guilty in 2009 to eight federal criminal justice and prison- Bernard B. Kerik was the first deputy and charges, including tax fraud and false state- reform strategies. commissioner of the New York City Depart- ments, which led to his 48-month sentence

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By Demetrick Pennie, M.A., Ed.D.

n 2016, while researching the influ- Additionally, the lack of respect for members are willing to concede to the sta- ences of social media on the emergence the “rule of law” coupled with the broader tus quo as opposed to threatening sanctions Iof radicalized groups in America, I paradigm of unaccountability has empow- like the United Kingdom. Likewise, the noticed empirical trends in how Face- ered criminals to openly violate the law us- Courts have been reluctant to condemn the book, Google and Twitter were being used ing the social media platforms without fear actions of the social media companies to to incite violence against police and how of prosecution. As social media program- avoid creating legal precedence on an issue extremist messages promoting violence ming on Facebook, Google and Twitter that Congress should be legislating. This against police were not being censored by has advanced over the years, the criminals mutual indifference places law enforcement the social media platforms – instead, the have aligned their illegal activities with the agencies at a disadvantage in mitigating companies allowed the threatening con- changes in technology – hence giving the radicalized uprisings. For example, because tent to remain online and proliferate across rise of illegal online drug markets, coun- law enforcement agencies have no way to platforms even after it had been reported terfeit products, piracy, spying and the quell salacious stories on social media im- several times. Though legislators acknowl- promotion of pedophilia and terrorism. Al- mediately after police-involved shootings, edged that the content posed a threat to though these problems have been met with they are often forced to spend most of their homeland security interests, many ignored harsh criticism over the past few months, time establishing public legitimacy than fo- the complaints because their political cam- America still lags in its ability to prosecute, cusing on the details of the shooting inves- paigns were funded by the platforms. condemn and regulate activities on social tigation. Following the 2016 shooting attack in media because of politics and outdated leg- Based on the callous-nature of the Dallas, Texas that claimed the lives of five islation offering broad immunity to the so- social media companies, it is imperative police officers, I filed a federal lawsuit in cial media companies, such as Section 230 for law enforcement agencies to demand January of 2017 against Facebook, Google of the 1996 Communications Decency Act. greater accountability from legislators in and Twitter to publicly bring attention to the forcing social media companies to report illegality and mismanagement of the social criminal behaviors that violate public de- media platforms. Despite the companies cency and/or that pose a threat to home- admitting during trial that they knew that land security. Currently, there are no le- their platforms were being misused by gal mandates requiring the social media nefarious groups, in December of 2017 companies to cooperate, which places all the Court dismissed the case on grounds Americans at risk for radicalized attacks. In of causation. Regardless of the outcome in recent mass-shooting incidents, the attack- the case, it effectively put the companies ers announced their intentions on social on notice that their negligence was not media, but none of the pre-attack behaviors being obscured from public consciousness, were ever reported to law enforcement for especially considering that some of the intervention. This negligence cannot per- companies’ executives arrogantly touted The past year has been marred in sist because it threatens the stability of our false claims about blocking 90% of controversy surrounding the nefarious democracy. It’s time for law enforcement to illicit content on their platforms – a fact activities of the social media companies – take a leading role in calling for necessary proven invalid by New York-based cyber- Facebook, Google and Twitter executives change because they are most at risk. intelligence company, GIPEC. have been called before Senate Intelligence It’s been nearly two years since the Dal- Committees several times for violations Demetrick Pennie, Ed.D., is a las attack, but unfortunately the lessons of including the Cambridge Analytics and 19-year veteran Dallas police social media radicalization against police Russian interference scandal, but Congress sergeant. He is the president still have not been learned and no progress remains inept in its ability to pass regula- of the Dallas Fallen Officer has been made in terms of forcing these tory legislation to protect America’ home- Foundation and the executive “publicly-traded” companies to appropri- land security interests from the impending director of the Texas Fallen ately manage their platforms. Over the last threats of social media. As indicated by the Officer Foundation. He is a Doctor of Educa- decade, corresponding with the advent testimony given during the hearings, it is tion and has facilitated college courses on the of social media, anti-police sentiment has obvious that members of Congress do not following topics: Terrorism, Ethics, Criminal augmented the indoctrination of cultural fully comprehend the magnitude of the so- Law and Justice, and Cultural diversity. dissonance against governmental authority. cial media threat; therefore, Congressional

18 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 feature interview Exclusive: Mara Salvatrucha-13 “MS-13” An Interview with Congressman Peter King By Daniel Del Valle, George Beck, and Joseph Uliano Photo credit: Anne Kelly n May 23rd President Donald Trump traveled to Bethpage, of MS-13 and their infamous use of machetes prior to their deaths. New York to head a roundtable discussion pertaining to the After hearing a heartfelt testimony from the parents, President Ovicious MS-13 and their increased violence toward innocent Trump pledged to do everything in his power with the assistance of children living in communities. Among those present included, Federal law enforcement to rid MS-13 from communities such as Rep. Peter King, Rep. Dan Donovan, Homeland Security Secretary Nassau and Suffolk, New York and elsewhere in the United States Kirstjen Nielsen, Nassau Police Commissioner Pat Ryder, Suffolk that are plagued by crime and violence at the hands of MS-13. Police Commissioner Geri Hart, and Deputy Attorney General Following the roundtable discussion, we sat down with Rep. Ron Rosenstein. Also present and perhaps the most impactful were Peter King for an exclusive interview to learn more about MS-13 the parents of two murdered teenagers, 15-year-old Nisa Mickens and what actions are being taken to rid them from our streets. and 16-year-old Kayla Cuevas, who were subjected to the brutality

Blue Magazine: How much of4 a leaders were frustrated with U.S.-based 5There are an estimated 10,000 MS-13 gang threat is MS-13 to New York and members not being violent enough and members in the U.S. active in over 40 states. the rest of the country? had plans to start sending more violent We have heard from law enforcement Congressman King: MS-13 ruthless- members to the U.S. across the U.S. and in El Salvador that the ly terrorizes and brutalizes communities. We have to maintain a maximum pres- gang has been using the Unaccompanied Between 2016 and 2018, this gang has been sure campaign to eliminate this gang from Alien Children (UAC) program to move responsible for more than 20 murders on our communities and send a clear message members into the U.S., as well as a pool of Long Island alone. They disproportionately that they cannot find a safe haven anywhere youth from which to recruit. affect the youth of immigrant communities in this country. With over 4000 unaccompanied on Long Island. With the steadfast support juveniles flocking to the New of President Trump, Federal, state and lo- York region, can we assume cal law enforcement have intensified their MS-13 is taking part in human efforts to eliminate this threat and I believe trafficking and recruiting? we have made significant progress. Howev- There is ample evidence indicating MS-13 er, this gang is embedded in communities has and continues to exploit the UAC pro- so it will take time, effort and resources to gram. MS-13 gang members have used this fully eradicate them. program to infiltrate our borders. They also I am concerned about an alleged MS- recruit from this population of vulnerable 13 directive in April to “take out a cop” on children once they have gained entry into Long Island in response to the arrest of an You recently reported that 70% the country and are placed with a sponsor MS-13 leader. On the one hand this indi- of MS-13 arrests consisted of family. We have to close loopholes in our cates law enforcement has made real prog- unaccompanied juveniles who immigration policies to shut off this impor- ress in this fight, but on the other hand, crossed our borders, would tant pipeline of recruitment for MS-13. I this is a troubling sign of how the group you say this is also a national have introduced legislation to require more could adapt as the operating environment average? thorough vetting of both UACs and their becomes more challenging. I am also wor- The FBI and ICE are working with State and U.S. sponsors for possible gang ties. ried about reports my staff heard during local law enforcement across the country to What impact is MS-13 having on a trip to el Salvador last year that MS-13 step up enforcement actions against MS-13.

20 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 public schools in your district control over U.S. borders will allow law en- They kill for killing’s sake. They decapitate and how are the schools dealing forcement to better tackle the threat posed people. They terrorize communities. They with it? by MS-13 and other border-related criminal are evil individuals. I would urge critics In my Congressional District, schools have activity already present in the Homeland. of the President’s characterization to meet been a hotbed of MS-13 activity. I have vis- In terms of organized crime, with families who have been directly af- ited multiple schools and met with school how organized is MS-13 and fected by this group’s brutality. officials, as well as families. During one what is the plan to combat this President Obama had eight years school visit, I was told of a particular hall- criminal enterprise? to deal with MS-13, could he way that was known as the “MS-13 hall- MS-13 was designated as a Transnational have done more or was a blind way” and other students and teachers did Criminal Organization in 2012. While the eye turned? not venture down there. Many of the MS-13 network is comprised of geographically di- I credit the Obama Administration with linked deaths in my District are linked to verse groups called “cliques,” there are se- recognizing the threat posed by MS-13 by schools. Tragically, on September 13, 2016, nior leaders in El Salvador and elsewhere designating the group as a TCO in 2012. two Brentwood High School students, directing strategic decisions and consoli- However, the Administration definitely Kayla Cuevas and Nisa Mickens, were bru- dating illicit proceeds. Therefore, it is in- did not do enough to secure the border tally murdered a few blocks from the high cumbent on U.S. law enforcement agencies and prevent the spike in UACs, which has school. They were reportedly being pun- to work with our allies to ensure that coor- proven to be a pipeline for expanding the ished for having offended another student dinated enforcement efforts are brought to ranks of MS-13. who was a MS-13 member. bear against MS-13. In addition to informa- In closing, you have been Are sanctuary cities becoming tion sharing, another essential step in the advocating against MS-13 a breeding ground for future fight against MS-13 is to develop the capac- and for parents like Evelyn MS-13 rise ups? ity of our foreign partners to defeat these Rodriguez, whose 16-year-old We have seen MS-13 take advantage of networks before they become a threat to the daughter, Kayla, was killed by our country’s policies in the past, such as U.S. Additionally, legal reform in the U.S. is the MS-13. Explain why this the UAC program, and I have no reason to needed, including allowing gang member- has become a passion for you believe they will not exploit these reckless ship to be a deportable offense. I am proud and what do you say to our decisions by local officials to further their to be a cosponsor and supporter of HR politicians that don’t understand operations. These policies send a message 3697, the Criminal Alien Gang Member just how detrimental MS-13 is. to gang members here in this country ille- Removal Act. The tragic death of Kayla Cuevas, as well gally that they can find a safe haven in these President Trump was recently as her friend Nisa Mickens, is a parent’s jurisdictions to continue their brutality. criticized in the media for worst nightmare. I have met with Evelyn Moreover, I am concerned these poli- referring to MS-13 members as Rodriguez and other family members nu- cies will also create a perception that these “animals,” but then we soon merous times, including with the President cities are weak or soft on law enforcement learned that a MS-13 gang and the Attorney General. Ms. Rodriguez more generally and will encourage these member that went by the has taken her grief and become a powerful gangs to feel at liberty to increase their op- street name “Animal” received advocate for public safety and criminal jus- erations and expand their criminal enter- 40-years in prison for killing a tice in honor of Kayla. I commend her, as prises in these cities. These political officials 15-year-old boy. What do you well as the Mickens family, for fighting back are doing a disservice to their communities say to those still criticizing our against the brutality of MS-13. For anyone and undermining the hard work being President’s position? doubting the danger posed by MS-13 to done to eliminate the threat of MS-13, and I would say they are out of touch with real- our communities and to our children, they other transnational criminal organizations, ity. MS-13’s motto is “kill, rape and control.” need to listen to Evelyn Rodgriguez. from our shores. In my District, there is great coopera- tion between Federal and local police. They official law enforcement business directory share the same goal of identifying and re- moving MS-13 gang members who are in BLUEDOCTORS the country illegally. There are several very active task forces and I commend the law BLUELAWYERS enforcement agencies for working together. BLUEMORTGAGES Will tightening up our southern BLUEREALTORS borders, such as building the AND MORE! wall reduce the influx of MS-13? Border security and closing immigration loopholes are vital for shutting down path- www.visitblue.com ways that allow criminals and contraband into the United States. Gaining operational

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Deputy Chief Phelan was appointed signed to the Community Policing Divi- to the Paterson Police Department on Jan- sion where her love and dedication for the uary 8, 1996 and quickly rose through the people and children of the City of Paterson ranks of the department, serving in both shown through. As Commanding Offi- the Patrol and Criminal Investigations Di- cer of Community Policing, she instituted visions. After only six years with the de- programs and initiatives that helped build partment, she was promoted to the rank of relationships of trust and transparency and Detective Sergeant in 2002 and assigned was instrumental in securing a one million to serve at the right hand of the Chief of dollar state grant to help enhance educa- Police as a supervisor within the Internal tional and recreational opportunities for Affairs Division. wayward youth. Beginning in 2007, she broke the first On May 23, 2018, Lourdes Phelan of many glass ceilings within the depart- broke the ultimate glass ceiling by becom- ment by becoming the first female within ing the first Hispanic female in the over 150 Deputy Chief Lourdes Phelan is a the organization to be promoted to the rank year history of the Paterson Police Depart- proud Latina women of Puerto Rican de- of Lieutenant. As a commanding-officer ment to be promoted to the rank of Deputy scent who was born and raised in the City within the Paterson Police Department, she Chief of Police. She did so once again by of Paterson and is a product of both the Pa- was selected to head the Juvenile Investiga- achieving the second highest score in the terson Public and Parochial school systems. tions Bureau where she developed long and entire state of New Jersey for the rank of From an early age, she displayed a steadfast lasting ties to the youth of our community. Deputy Chief. loyalty and commitment to both friends In 2014 she was promoted to the rank Deputy Chief Phelan holds an As- and family and a strong and enduring love of Captain, by attaining the highest score sociate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from for her community. That enduring spirit in the entire State of New Jersey on the civil Passaic County Community College and a propelled her forward in life and culminat- service promotional exam, an accomplish- Bachelors Degree in Public Administration ed with her desire to give back to the city ment that pitted her knowledge and skills from Farleigh Dickenson University. She is which had welcomed her and her family so against hundreds of other candidates com- married to Captain John Phelan, a second long ago by joining her hometown police peting for similar positions within their generation police officer with the City of department. respective agencies. In 2016, she was as- Paterson. “It has truly been an honor to be the first female for several ranks within the Paterson Police Department; however I am positive that I will not be the last. It is very important to me to be a positive role model to our youth (both male & female). Be proud of where you come from and fulfill your dreams.”

Paterson Police promotions 1st Deputy Female Chief in Paterson “We are very proud of you for the goals you have accomplished with your studies and your effort. We have always advised you to study and study and excel in something better. Keep doing good always and help the community. You have made your mother and I very proud.” ~Pepo Mercado, Paterson Deputy Chief Lourdes Phelan’s father

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By Sgt. Anthony Espino Aere we Momentgo again, another mass school speaking out onof this critical issue.Action Stop the accepted and portrayed as being cool, we shooting. Within the past five years, praising and do something already. must unite to solve school shootings. Mov- these mass shootings have become At sporting events, concerts, Holly- ies involving shooting people, blowing up moreH violent than ever. Recall the New- wood award shows and rallies speakers are buildings and committing acts of assault town school shooting, where a person with asking for a moment of silence for these should be regulated further. Every time mental issues and a firearm slaughtered 20 children who were senselessly murdered. you turn on the television, the news media innocent children between the ages of six Although a moment of silence is a dem- outlets are showing clippings of murders or and seven years old. Recently, the Parkland onstration of respect for the souls we lost, assaults. This is an indication as a society High School shooting claimed the lives of I insist that with this moment of silence, we we are failing. Our kids today aren’t out- 17 children at the hands of a crazed teen move toward a moment of action. side playing sports or riding bikes like you who had a fascination with guns. Now we Many Americans are tired of these and I did growing up, rather they’re home have the latest mass shooting at a Santa Fe, senseless murders. They’re tired of the talk playing violent video games that promote Texas, high school where a lunatic who was about potentially arming schools with re- violence and the slaughtering of human be- reportedly bullied and upset over a girl who tired police officers or school personnel. ings. Culturally, we need an adjustment. was not interested in having a dating rela- Or the talk about putting metal detectors Social media sites have become places tionship killed 10 more children. What is in schools. There’s even been more talk of for unfettered bullying where kids who going on? introducing more anti-bullying programs. I are cowards and don’t dare to say things In the aftermath of these shootings, emphasize the word “talk” because for the to another kid’s face harass other children politicians are quick to flood the airwaves most part that’s all these objectives ever through these outlets. It’s time to start hold- claiming we must do something—that amount to. Talk is cheap. ing these social media sites accountable for action must be immediate to stem the tide, To be fair, many schools have imple- what they allow on their sites. More screen- but yet nothing is being done. It’s like we’re mented some proactive safety measures, ing would be appropriate, and canceling stuck in a wheel of the same old message but there are far too many that have their accounts that violate rules for any bullying with the same old result. For all these heads buried in the sand. It is critical that that occurs. I get the free speech argument, politicians who are good at pointing fingers all schools in this country put proactive but not at the cost of the life of an innocent and blaming, they’re even better at getting safety measures into place. If money is the child. nothing done. We have students rallying issue, as it seems always to be, then our lo- In closing, I know many schools take across this great nation begging, pleading cal politicians need to find a way to make bullying seriously and provide assemblies for help, and again nothing is being done. these funds available to put these plans into and speakers to talk about the dangers See the pattern here? While nothing is action. Politicians are supposedly here for of bullying and ways to stop it. Many being done to stop school shootings, the us, right? At least that’s what they tell us schools are proactive, but many are not, politicians and media talking heads are when they’re campaigning and asking for and we need to fix that. Again, these are praising these young men and women for our votes. all positive actions that are talked about I’d also like to propose an ad- but are rarely acted on. Congress needs to ditional safety measure. Perhaps get involved and pass laws requiring that Would you like we screen and perform evaluations all schools are adequately retrofitted with to win a one of a on every student? As crazy as it the equipment and resources needed to sounds, this may be the reality of protect our children while they learn and kind 2018 Blue Line the future to limit the dangers of prepare for their futures. Metal detectors Edition F150? these horrific mass shootings from and fortification measures should not be happening. Of course, we would frowned upon, rather openly welcomed. have to decide at what age we per- This is the world we live in. Nobody’s child form these evaluations. As you can deserves to die from a preventable murder. tell, my frustration with the end- It’s time for less talk and more action. less school shooting after school shooting has me thinking outside Sgt. Anthony Espino is a 18- the box. Most of these shooters are year veteran police officer, current students; therefore there assigned to the Patrol and should be proactive measures in Crime Prevention Unit. His Head on over to place to identify potential school passion is to lecture to com- BrothersBeforeOthers.org shooters long before they begin munity members, teachers, for more info. planning an attack. and students to promote awareness and offer As a society where violence is tips to prevent crime and victimization.

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Whatreflection happened to us? By Lt. Patrick J. Ciser, C.P.D. (Ret.) t was May 10, 1977, when at the age firemen in the sense that we “reacted” to people and property, and in many cases, of 21, I was sworn in to the Clifton calls only. Now, there were exceptions to we’re no longer allowed to do our job. We I Police Department. I never took a test the rule, and I’d say about 20% of the de- know the law much better than any politi- with about a dozen other officers who were partment liked going after criminals. But cian and we need to use the law to stand hired, under the State’s CETA program. unfortunately, it was a time when supervi- by our brave men and women. And it’s not It was basically a “Safe Streets Act” where sors would say at the beginning of the shift, just a problem with the bosses; it’s also the police departments would beef up patrols “Don’t get me in any trouble tonight!” If I or responsibility of the rank and file to get the while being paid by the State of New Jersey one of the other proactive rookies stopped job done each and every day, no matter rather than the City of Clifton. No test, and too many cars on midnights, the captains what our detractors are saying. I know that incredibly, no training at the police acad- would give us a walking beat. there are also contract problems, but go out emy. I would be a cop with full police pow- As the years went by, a few of the more there and do your job for pride, not $$. I ers for the next 2 ½ years until someone proactive patrolmen got promoted, and the now see officers going back to that “I don’t thought, gee, maybe these guys should go midnight shift wound up with the most give a shit” attitude of yesteryear. Supervi- through the academy. Things were certainly rookies. As a result, it was my generation sors, remember how pumped-up you were different back then at the time when New that stepped up to the plate and knocked when you were first sworn in? Remember Jersey rewrote the law books changing from the hell out of all the law breakers, but par- the difference you wanted to make? Stand Title 2A to 2C. ticularly car thieves. By the early ‘90s, Clif- up as crime fighters to politicians and tell So, I get sworn in and told to go buy ton was chasing down everybody, thanks to your officers to fill up those empty cells be- a gun. Clifton, like so many others, were our proactive chief, Frank LoGioco. I per- fore they go home! carrying .38s or .357 magnums at the time, sonally had a hot and cold relationship with Street cops, go home proud at the end so I bought a S&W .357 but was told to use the chief over the years, but I must say, if it of your shift for something you did, or .38 loads while on duty. A couple of weeks weren’t for LoGioco, who always had a set someone you helped? Take pride in arrest- of report writing and range time brought of balls, Clifton never would have become ing a violent felon, because you saved an- me up to snuff. Lucky for me I used to go infamous for high-speed chases and taking other potential victim. hunting with my father and brothers, so no shit! We’ve come too far to allow the weak killing silhouettes was a snap. This was fol- So how did so many departments, to push us back! lowed by a couple of weeks riding with the not just CPD, become highly trained and sergeant, (LoGioco) then a couple of dif- proactive over the years and then get to Pat Ciser is a retired lieuten- ferent senior officers. Summer was upon where we are today? It’s partially due to a ant from the Clifton Police us pretty fast, so a couple of us were as- lack of courage by supervisors of all ranks, Department, and a 7th Degree signed to our own radio cars while senior to stand behind their front-line patrol of- Black Belt. He was a member officers took vacations. ficers. Feckless politicians, who fall into the of 5 U.S. Karate Teams, win- I remember during my training period “Black Lies Matter” trap and villianize the ning gold medals in South that most of the cops on the midnight shift police, are selling us out every day across America and Europe. He is the Author of were more interested in reading newspa- this country! But I certainly don’t expect BUDO and the BADGE; Exploits of a Jer- pers and taking naps than going after any higher echelons who wear the badge to sell sey Cop (BN.com/Amazon), and is a guest bad guys. So, we basically were a little like us out! We all took a solemn oath to protect writer for Official Karate Magazine.

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By Daniel Del Valle

The Blue Magazine recently sat down but I was home recovering from a surgery. So you left LEO Only and started with Michael Burke, the leader of the popu- When did you hear about the Brothers Before Others? lar law enforcement group Brothers Before attack? Correct. But the idea of Brothers Before Others (BBO). Burke started a Facebook My dad woke me up. He called me and told Others really happened when I was still group in late 2014 that grew to approxi- me that there was a plane that crashed into with LEO Only. The idea for the flower mately 4,600 members of active and retired the towers. I thought it was an accident, fund, which is basically what BBO was built law enforcement officers. In this exclusive and then I turned on the TV and like 15 on. The flower fund and sending flowers interview, Burke explains why it is not the minutes later the second one hit and at that to every line-of-duty death was one of the sheer size of a group that matters, rather the moment I knew we were in trouble. things I wanted to do that they weren’t quality of the membership. He also weighs in prepared to do at that point because they on his thoughts about the brotherhood and When did you start BBO? didn’t feel like they could raise enough how we need to do more to help each other. Late 2014 when Facebook started to be- money to do it. It is very expensive. In our Burke, a retired New York City Police Of- come popular and all these different law four years of existence we spent $155,000 to ficer, is known throughout the national law enforcement groups started popping up. I $160,000 on flowers. I understand why they enforcement scene as a tireless advocate for got invited to quite a few, but I settled in had hesitation about wanting to do that but the profession and for the strengthening of with LEO Only. I was involved pretty heav- it was something I wanted to try. It’s not like the brotherhood. ily there, especially with fundraising and there was malice or they didn’t want to help maybe some ideas here and there. I was do- Del Valle: What were the years or do it for line-of-duty officers, I just think ing charitable endeavors, which I’ve always that you were on the New York they didn’t feel like they had the structure done throughout my career as a cop. I had City Police Department? to do it, and I’m more of a swing-for-the- liked that part about LEO Only so I stayed fences kind of guy. Their leader was more Burke: 1987 to 2002. I retired due to multi- and I fundraised. Eventually it came to a ple line-of-duty injuries--my knee and back. like a reserved straightforward kind of by point where I had other ideas and it didn’t the books kind of guy. So we just didn’t see Did you play any role in 9/11? line up with what they wanted to do, so I eye to eye. No. I should have been working that day started my own group.

32 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 mas and they send officers there to go with book groups, people have lives and things them. So, they’re kind of replacing or trying might change in their lives, they might not to fill in for that as a father or mother figure be able to give as much as they gave before for that small time over the holidays and which doesn’t mean they don’t need to be they still do that to this day. there anymore, it just means you need to Very good. find some more people that are like-mind- We do the flower fund and we have other ed and able to do that so I don’t think the things that we do as well that I feel like if I numbers really matter. would have stayed there I never would have Have you gotten any negative done. Sometimes when you’re constricted feedback on turning people and have a lot of roadblocks, it forces you down because you are turning to look to other avenues or other ways to down law enforcement officers? get stuff done. And those roadblocks for Sure, absolutely. I would understand if I me were usually what kept me going--the was them and I tried to get in and didn’t, challenges to try to find ways around them. I would probably have sour grapes and a I didn’t have that there. sour taste in my mouth too. But there are How many members are there certain questions that are asked like do you today? believe in the brotherhood? Are you okay I believe we’re at 4600, roughly, but we could with putting officers first and not being be at 46,000 if we wanted. Some people are ashamed of that? Flower arrangements sent by BBO going to consider this arrogant, but I’m just What else made you want to going to say it how I feel. We are inclusive of start BBO? all but we’re exclusive. So, we’re probably 25 I wanted to try to implement the things I to 1 in approvals to disapprovals. We plan wanted to do, when I wasn’t able to do them on capping and closing at 5000 for a while. there. So I felt like I need to do my own Compared to other law thing and you know like police groups and enforcement groups I’ve any other groups on Facebook there were seen 15, 20, 30, 40 thousand people from LEO Only that came to BBO members, wouldn’t that make Boxing Legend Gerry Cooney attends Night to and there are people that stayed with LEO you look stronger or better if Unite 2. Night to Unite 4 will be this October. Only. There are people that actually picked you have more than just 4600? Who would answer no to that? sides as if that needed to happen, which it It might make us look stronger, but it will Does anyone answer no to that? did not. However, I’m glad to say that four not make us stronger. I know from experi- years later both charities are flourishing and ence now after four years there have been Okay, Let me give you an example, cour- they are doing great things. LEO Only does times were our membership has grown let’s tesy is an example, right? So I believe that shopping sprees for line-of-duty officer’s say 500 to 1000 but we were not capable of most of the people and in our group cops children, when those officers are killed they doing the things that we were able to do be- should not be writing cops tickets. I’m not take those kids out and give them a Christ- fore. Because like these charities and Face- talking about letting a guy go if he did a bank robbery. I’m talking about a red light, a stop sign, you know a couple of miles over on the speed limit there’s enough negative stuff out there. Why we’re going to hurt each other? So there are two sides of that coin. The cop shouldn’t have gone through the red light. Okay he knows that, but should that mean that you have to crucify him? Or write him a summons or hurt him that way while battling against so many other things. So maybe we phrase it that way are you true blue? That’s one of the things that we mean. Would you be willing to give the brother or sister the benefit of the doubt? It doesn’t always have to be courtesy. It could be not responding to a negative story that is in the press and throw your brother or sis-

BBO Board members travel to Cleveland to present Robert Godwin’s children a check for $5,000 ter under the bus without giving them the

the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 33 benefit of the doubt. We wouldn’t like if that bit. We started to do T-shirts and hats and businesses we have arrangements with happened to us, we should stand for others. memorial items. We go to precincts and because they do some advertising with us Because everybody is one call or one deci- commands not just New Jersey and New on the website and stuff like that that can sion, one situation away from being that York, but we travel. We went to Virginia supplement a cost a little bit but we need to guy or that girl. So we want people in the and a couple of other locations and go to get our name out there which is why we did group that aren’t going to wait until they are those commands and precincts and bring the website. that guy or that girl and need help. We want hats and shirts and members to let those Member Marna Rann at the people in the group who are waiting to help people know in those areas that they are not annual Walk To Remember holds a sign honoring that that guy or that girl. Not everybody is alone. And even though they don’t know us Sgt. Gary Franklin who passed away due to willing to do that for a lot of reasons. we’re all sisters and brothers and we’re here 9/11 related illness I want to stick on this vetting for you. And when you do that and you process because I know when travel and you meet those peoples and they someone reads this, they’re see what you’re doing, more like-minded going to really focus on how people from areas that you would have does a member get there? Why never been before come out. And sometime they are not letting them in the they’re in shock when they see the shirts at organization? When someone the table and the hats, they look at it like fails the vetting process is there are these for sale? Are these for us? They a way for him or her to make it don’t really get the concept because I think through or they can reapply at the brotherhood is stronger in the north- some point? east maybe Florida and other locations like Well, I don’t know if I want to use the word down south or out west is not as strong and fail. Let me put it in another way. If you’re in some places non existent. working and you’re in a slot with 15 to 20 Do you make all the decisions in guys and if someone calls for help on that this organization? What has been the most tour, the 15 or 20 guys or girls are all going Absolutely everything. I’m the Command- touching thing that your to respond to that call for help right? Now it er-in-Chief (laughs). We have a Board, organization has done? comes to Friday and you’re off the weekend there’s seven board members plus me so Hands down, Steven McDonald you’re going to invite those 15 or 20 guys to it’s eight of us total, and then we have eight Elaborate please your house for a BBQ? Probably not, right? trustees, which handle different areas of the So, I’ve became a cop in 1987 and Steven You’re going to invite the three or four that country. We have a trustee for the North- McDonald was shot in 1986 and they have you’re close with that you have the same east, a trustee for Florida, a trustee for the what we call in NYPD, they call it rackets, things in common with--that you gravitate southwest. These trustees handle things or which is a gathering to raise funds and show toward, those are the ones you’re going to issues that might arise in that area and then support for the officer so I was in the police invite to your BBQ, correct? I mean that’s bring them back to the Board. The Board academy when that happened and I bought the approach kind of that we take with BBO. consists of eight which everything of sub- a ticket and I was able to go for like an hour What is the main purpose of stance or importance is voted on. Because and I saw how much brotherhood there Brothers Before Others? if I had my way we would have a helicop- was and how everybody was helping. It was Well to start it was to do the flowers, to get ter and a speedboat and all other things awesome. I kept that ticket for that event the flowers out to every line-of-duty death. (laughs). It’s good to have a Board where ev- with me, and carried it through my whole Once we got that going and started to get erybody’s voice is heard and we’re diverse. career. It was on me every day and when I membership we started to expand a little We don’t always agree on everything but we was in plain clothes, I kept it in my locker. always come to an agreement When Brothers Before Others started, I on what’s best for the group. reached out to Connor McDonald who What is your biggest was not even born yet, when his father was hurdle for BBO? Or shot and put in a wheel chair. I explained to the one thing you him that I started this charity and our first can improve in as an event, first Knights to Unite was happening organization? in Jersey City and it would mean a lot to Fundraising outside of our me if his dad could come. He did and it own group, like I touched on was like he was blessing our charity, giving before, if we spent $160,000 our charity the okay. It was phenomenal. in the last four or five years on It really was the beginning of BBO--our flowers, that all comes from first gathering and having him there went within the group. But we have to a lot of our creditability and legitimacy a couple of--I won’t call them to what we were doing. Because in the law donors—rather a couple of enforcement world you know he is…

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He’s an icon, absolutely Michael: Right, and I’m proud of that. derstood why and I waited my turn and if A living saint. And later on we (the Board There were 375 people there, many who I didn’t see the inside of a car the first two and I) decided to honor Steven McDonald had never met Steven McDonald but had years and that was only because someone because he was always giving of himself the chance that night and they still talk to was sick that day. When I got in that car the and doing things for other officers. So we about it this day. So, I would say that’s the veteran told me don’t touch this don’t say planned the event it was in November and most touching thing is our event for Steven that don’t do this, and did not say another then a tragedy struck in New York City, McDonald. word to me the whole eight-hour tour. I Seargent Tuozzolo was killed and the event What would you tell Steven just followed him and if there was some- for Steven McDonald was on the same today if you could speak with thing that I needed to do I did it and I kind day of his funeral. So, I reached out to the him? What would you say? of looked for approval. And at the end of McDonald family and discussed it with I’d say thank you… I’m not perfect, you the tour didn’t even say goodnight to me them about maybe rescheduling the day know, none of us are, but I feel like he’s like but two or three months later a got a nod and that was not going to happen because a guiding light like a star that would shine from him with a, “hey kid you’re okay.” So I you know just like Steven McDonald that you look to for directions sometimes. would say don’t be that standoffish with the persevered and went on through the years, new guys, show a little interest in the new you know the attitude of the family and me What message do you want to guys because if you have ten years on, you and those around us, we stayed strong--we tell the law enforcement officer got another ten years to go so when you’re stayed together and we moved forward. All who is new on the job? As a in your 17th or 18th year that guy is going the money that we raised that night was leader of BBO, what would you to be in his 7th or 8th year and you’re going donated to the family. And unfortunately tell them today? to be dependent on him. I say for the new and sadly, only two months later Steve Well my message would be to not just the guys to probably get involved a little more. I Mcdonald succumbed to his injuries and new guys but to the old guys, the veterans. say for them when there is a precinct func- passed away. So when I became a cop and we talked tion go to it. I know it may not be your about it before the first couple of years no- thing, going to a VFW of Knights of Co- Was BBO the last dinner he was body talked to you. And I got it and I un- honored at before he passed? lumbus having a cigar, having a beer when you can be playing I don’t know what the newest video game is anymore, you know what I’m saying. I was the young guy once, now I’m the guy that’s preaching saying do this or do that but it comes from experi- ence. I think they should get more involved and be more involved in their precincts or their commands. For the older guys, make it a little easier for them to do that, because we’re one team. We covered a lot. Is there anything that you want to add? Yes. When we’re saying thank you and stuff like that it’s important that the family of the fallen officers know we are honoring them also. And I want to say thank you to our sig- Board and Trustees at Night To Unite 3 Honoring Detective Steven McDonald nificant others or better halves and I think just 2 short months before his passing everybody should do that more.

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BBO PROUD PIGS Get Dirty For D.A.R.E. By Michael Burke Paying Respects to N.H. Trooper Champy

The Proud Pigs softball team, com- record en route to their first championship. interim manager, Tommy O’Connor, who prised of members of Brothers Before Oth- “Joltin Joe” Markulic put up DiMaggio- will serve as the teams manager on a tem- ers, took their show on the road, traveling like numbers going 13 for 15 from the porary basis, subject to both his success and to Bradford, NH for a June 9th, 2018 tour- plate while crushing eight home runs; the team’s ability to understand his Boston nament to benefit the national D.A.R.E. one of which has still not landed. He also accent. organization. This was the second year in accounted for 26 RBIs, more than a third of Most importantly, just as they did last a row that this sounder of swine appeared the teams total runs scored. year, the Proud Pigs took time between in this tournament, having finished in 2nd Not to be out-done, Billy Burke pitched games to visit the grave site of New Hamp- Place last year. all six games to a minuscule 2.25 ERA, shire State Trooper Richard Champy, who This year the Proud Pigs donned while helping himself at the plate, going was killed in the line of duty on 2/3/78. their new road jerseys sponsored by Blue eight for 13 posting a .615 batting average. Trooper Champy’s family still resides in the Magazine and what a transformation it was. Other notables included the aforemen- area and remains close to Ed Shaughnessy Lead by Team Captain and Bradford tioned Ed Shaughnessy, who went 11 for 17 and all of law enforcement. Brothers Before Detective Sergeant Ed Shaughnessy, the from the plate, posting a .647 batting av- Others will never forget the sacrifice made Pigs had revenge on their minds… Well, erage. Another local sensation and Proud by Trooper Champy, and those still being that and those delicious and allegedly fat- Pigs lead-off hitter, Kevin Faria, sparked the made by his family today. free wings served at the Appleseed Restau- team going 11 for 19 at the plate, posting a For further information go to Broth- rant. .578 batting average and making four out- ersbeforeothers.org With full bellies, the Pigs proved un- standing plays in the outfield that robbed For Proud Pig Product information go stoppable this year, outscoring their oppo- opponents of extra-base hits every time. to proudpig.blue nents 66-15 while putting up a perfect 6-0 This is the first tournament win under

Captain Ed Shaugnecy Bat girl with Manager Tommy O’Connor Kevin Gerard and Brothers Before Others van championship trophy Ed Shaugnecy

40 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 41 Top-Notch Local Doctor Awarded by the Police Benevolent Association The Silver Life Award By George Beck, Ph.D. Dr. Ali Mazandarani (Dr. Maz) of MedWell Spine, Osteoar- thritis & Neuropathy Center in Midland Park, NJ was recently awarded the Silver Life Award—the highest honor bestowed upon a citizen by the Passaic County Sheriff’s Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 197. Each year only a few select citizens who have demonstrated their continued support to the law en- forcement community are given this prestigious award. By way of example, Paterson Police PBA Local 1 has given approximately one award per decade for the last sixty years. “The Silver Life Award is a highly coveted award,” said John Welsh, President of PBA Local 197. “We go to great lengths to iden- tify only those who truly are a pillar of our community and from those select few the honoree is chosen. Dr. Maz has continually shown his support for the law enforcement community in both Bergen and Passaic counties. Awarding him a Silver Life Award is an honor he deserves.” Dr. Maz has been treating law enforcement patients for over 20 years. MedWell is an integrated multi-specialty facility in Mid- land Park, which focuses on non-surgical orthopedic care, tes- tosterone therapy, medical weight loss treatments and alternative therapies for patients suffering from chronic ailments. Dr. Maz’s goal is straightforward. He focuses on relieving the patient’s pain as quickly as possible without the intervention of medications or surgery. “As a chiropractic physician I have spent the majority of my life educating the public and bringing awareness to non-standard medical care,” said Dr. Maz. “Our office has helped hundreds of pa- tients with chronic bone-on-bone diagnosis with treatments such as stem cell injections with astounding and continual results. Our “When I brought this to Dr. Maz’s attention, he stepped up and team is known to go the extra mile to find the hidden cause of these offered to treat them and their families at no cost,” said Del Valle. patient’s chronic symptoms. This includes patients with diabetes “You don’t see this type of compassion very often. It’s not every day and thyroid issues.” you find a doctor like Dr. Maz. I am proud to know him, and to see Dr. Maz treats many members of the Bergen and Passaic him receive this prestigious award.” county law enforcement community. He understands the rigors of Dr. Maz resides in Franklin Lakes, NJ with his wife Morgan their duties and lifestyles that sometimes cause medical issues. and their three sons, Arya, Amir, and Arman. Although Dr. Maz “Unfortunately, many, including law enforcement officers, live is a dedicated doctor who insists on being hands-on at the office, under a tremendous amount of physical, emotional and chemical he is passionate about spending quality time with his family. On stress. This in itself is a huge contributor to their symptoms. We weekends he enjoys family outings or hosting a charitable event, or don’t test like the rest. We provide complete body scans to find and quality time at home with the boys and his wife by his side. fix the cause in many.” To contact Dr. Maz visit painreliefexperts.com or call his office “Dr. Maz deserves this award more than anyone else,” said at 201-632-1900 Daniel Del Valle, editor of The Blue Magazine. “I’ve known him for a decade and have watched him consistently support the law en- George Beck is a police detective, award-winning jour- forcement community. He’s full of energy, passion, and empathy for nalist, and managing editor of Blue Magazine. He others. Dr. Maz is a true example of someone who loves what they holds a Ph.D. in History & Culture from Drew Uni- d o.” versity. He is the author of The Killer Among Us and Del Valle also recalls a tough time when the Paterson Police several other books. His nonfiction and short stories Department laid off many officers, and as a result, the officers lost have been featured in magazines and anthologies na- their insurance for their entire family. tionally and internationally.

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New Jersey National Guard General Edward J. Chrystal Jr. By Michael D. Boll Last year, I had the honor and privi- I have ever met, and we are thrilled to have eral Edward J. Chrystal Jr. serves as the lege to listen to New Jersey National Guard him on our racing team and network. Land Component Commander for the General Edward J. Chrystal Jr. address nu- A few months ago, I reached out to New Jersey Army National Guard. He ad- merous veterans at a Union County veteran General Chrystal and asked if he could help vises the Adjutant General regarding Army event. our team. We decided to meet up and go issues and is responsible for all aspects of General Chrystal is a dynamic speaker, over our team’s mission and veteran initia- training and readiness for the New Jersey and you can hear the passion in his voice tives. This was the first time I ever met with Army National Guard. His previous assign- when he speaks about helping our veterans a general and it was a little nerve-wracking. ment was as the Deputy Adjutant General and first responders. Moments later, I felt at ease because he for the New Jersey Department of Military For years, he has been leading our men is a completely humble man who just want- and Veterans Affairs and the Assistant Ad- and women of the New Jersey National ed to help us in any way. General Chrystal jutant General - Army for the New Jersey Guard and they all say the same thing about was a New Jersey State Trooper as well, and Army National Guard. His previous com- how fortunate we are to have him leading understands the importance of our mission mands include: Commander, 50th Infantry and protecting them. to save lives and connect better with the Brigade Combat Team (IBCT); Command- General Chrystal has a reputation of military. er, 1-102nd Cavalry Squadron; and Com- always putting his men and women first. He Immediately, General Chrystal joined mander, 218th Law and Order Battalion. is committed and will do anything to help up and started helping our team with its General Chrystal enlisted in the New Jersey our military continue to be the best in the mission. Army National Guard in January 1985 and world. General Chrystal is definitely one of On May 10th, General Chrystal came attended Basic Combat Training at Fort the most respected and outstanding leaders out to the Roselle American Legion and Dix, New Jersey. General Chrystal received gave out service his commission through the Reserve Offi- medals to the Union cer Training Corps at Seton Hall University, County veterans. South Orange, New Jersey, in May 1988. Personally, hav- General Chrystal and his wife, Georgette, ing a friend and team- live in Scotch Plains, NJ with their three mate who happens children. to be a general will really give our team Michael D. Boll is a police the boost to reach out sergeant at the Union Police across the state and Department in NJ. He is cur- help our veterans and rently in his 23rd year of law first responders live a enforcement service. He previ- better way of life. ously served as a United States Here is General Marine, and is a Gulf War veteran. He is the Chrystal’s amazing founder of Operation Rebound Racing Team, bio and service re- a nonprofit organization that helps wounded cord. veterans and first responders enjoy a better Brigadier Gen- quality of life.

the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 45 up-close Wall Twp. NJ Police Officer Mike Malone honors WWII Hero, Harry Rockafeller with a 9 ft. Bronze Statue By Valerie Velazquez-Stetz fficer Michael Malone grew up in Heart. Post WWII he remained in the just that. OWall Township and graduated from Army Reserves and was awarded the Le- Secondly, Offi- Wall High School in 1998. He went on gion of Merit and rose to the rank of Major cer Malone is push- to college at TCNJ and graduated with a General before retiring in 1974. After the ing to have Major Bachelor’s in Law and Justice in 2002. He Major General passed away, Officer Malone General Rockaf- began taking the Wall Township police knew his story, his legacy, and his life of ser- eller posthumously exam at 19 years old. Michael was hired in vice would pass with him. awarded the Dis- January 2003 at 23 years old and graduated That is a problem. Most of Wall Town- tinguished Service the Monmouth County Police Academy ship, New Jersey and the rest of the Nation Cross. This recom- 65th Basic Class for Police Officers on June had no idea about the Major General’s her- mendation was in 4th, 2003. Officer Malone is now in the pa- oism, courage, and sacrifice to our country. fact located after he trol division serving there for the last 15 Our future generations will never know a passed away. Officer years. Officer Malone currently lives in the WWII veteran hero. The Wall Policemen’s Malone feels that it house he grew up in with his wife of five Benevolent Association remedied this is his absolute duty to do his best to ensure years, Nicole Citarella. problem permanently. his township resident, even after his death While other towns and cities are tak- is fully recognized for his extreme heroism. ing down statues, Officer Malone decided Major General Rockafeller comes from the he should put one up. The project was ap- greatest generation of true Americans and proved by the Wall Township governing the absolute strongest that ever lived. He body, police administration, and the fam- passed away at 100 years old. It was their ily of Harry Rockafeller. The statue is being duty to serve and it’s our duty to REMEM- created by Chad Fisher of Fisher Sculpture, BER the heroes that came before us. Fishersculpture.com. Therefore, all the available information Officer Malone states, “The highlight of “We began a fundraising campaign in and documentation has been provided to my career was without a doubt responding March to include meeting with local busi- Congressman Chris Smith. Congressman to a simple suspicious vehicle call on River nesses big and small, local marketing post- Smith is requesting that the Secretary of Road in September 2012. A simple follow- ers, social media, GoFundMe, and spread- the United States Army and Secretary of up with the caller brought me to meet an ing the word through the press. We had a Defense award Major General Rockafeller elderly man wearing a ball cap that read, goal of $130,000 on our GoFundMe, “har- the Distinguished Service Cross. Patton’s Best, with the insignia of the 4th ryrockafellermemorial” and we now have I would like to give a special thanks Armored Division. I asked him about the over $197,000,” said Officer Malone. to Tom Grasso from the Wall Township hat and a conversation ensued and I became KULTURE DIGITAL responded from Building Department for introducing me immediate friends with a real American Austin, Texas to film and create the docu- to Officer Malone. I feel Officer Michael Hero, Major General Harry J. Rockafeller.” mentary and website after hearing about Malone is a hero himself for all he has done “The Major General and I forged a very this story from a mutual friend, and the for Major General Rockafeller. special bond that grew over our five-year video has had a huge impact on everyone friendship. A friendship although relatively that has seen it. Valerie A. Stetz (Velazquez) short in years would be the most important Through community policing, Wall retired on accidental disability friendship in my life.” PBA, and their great leader Chief Kenneth from the Jersey City Police Officer Malone had the honor of giving Brown, they were able to achieve the goal of Dept. She was injured in a the Eulogy for Major General Rockafeller never having Major General Rockafeller’s radio car accident responding when he passed away. name forgotten. to a robbery in progress call. During WWII, Rockafeller, aka Officer Malone feels as if it is his duty Valerie is a member of the NJ Police Honor “Rocky” served as a Major in the 4th Ar- as a police officer as well as a patriot to en- Legion. She is the radio host for the popular mored Division 51st Armored Infantry sure the legacy of the late Wall Township Internet show “Your World Uncensored” on Battalion. He was awarded a Silver Star resident is never forgotten, while also en- DDV RADIO. She is also the Public Relations with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters and was recom- suring that the community and future gen- Manager for NJ Blue Now Magazine. Valerie mended three times for the distinguished erations can learn, respect, and honor his is married, with a son and daughter. Service Cross. He also received the Bronze service and the service and sacrifice of all Star with “V” device for valor, and Purple our veterans. The statue of “Rocky” will do

46 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 47 48 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 tribute The Importance of a Memorial www.policefirememorial.org The Police Fire Memorial Founda- community. Due to our harsh winter tion of Yonkers has been established by weather, scorching summers, time, and active and retired Police Officers and erosion, we have found the Memorial Firefighters as a non-profit dedicated in need of restoration. The steps are un- to the brave men and women of Yon- even and starting to fall apart, the paths kers who have given their lives in the are not usable by anyone with mobility line of duty. The Police and Fire Memo- problems, and even the words of tribute rial is in Untermyer Park and Gardens. etched into the bricks have been worn Built in 2004, it pays tribute to the City down so that many are illegible. This of Yonkers Police Officers and Firefight- should be a fitting tribute to those lives ers who have died in the line of duty. It it honors: those who have made the ulti- also remembers and honors Police Offi- mate sacrifice. cers and Firefighters who were residents We expect the renovation and res- of Yonkers and died serving in another toration to start in early 2019. awareness FIRST ANNUAL PROJECT LIFESAVER/SPECIAL NEEDS REGISTRY USER FORUM Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office and Monmouth County Office on Aging Partnership to Promote Safety for Those In Need By Ted Freeman, Executive Undersheriff Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office and Cynthia Scott, Public Information Officer

Det. Shawn Murphy Sheriff Shaun Golden

terling Lane was a lifelong resident of Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, transmitter worn by the client, and radio the Hillside Section of Middletown, New Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office and the signal receivers carried by local public safe- SJersey which is in the area of Atlantic Monmouth County Police Chiefs Associa- ty personnel, over 3,411 rescues with this Highlands. Sterling Lane had dementia. Mr. tion, is open to any person who lives, works, system have been reported to Project Life- Lane wandered off on the evening of Feb- or goes to school in Monmouth County saver International to date. To quote Project ruary 20, 1987. His remains were found in and has a physical or mental impairment Lifesaver International, “Project Lifesaver is Hartshorne Park on March 26, 2003. He that substantially limits one or more major the premier search and rescue program op- was 79 years old when he went missing. One life activities due to a physical and/or intel- erated internationally by public safety agen- can only guess what was going through his lectual disability. cies and is strategically designed for ‘at risk’ mind as he wandered lost, alone, until his Detective Murphy explained that the individuals who are prone to wandering.” demise. Had Project Lifesaver or the Special registry was created to help police officers Fran Hines, the autism coordinator for Needs Registry been available in 1987, Mr. and other emergency responders to better the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, and Lane’s fate would have been much different. assist residents with special needs in the the parent of an autistic child, discussed The purpose of the Project Lifesaver/ event of an emergency by providing those the importance of training first responders Special Needs Registry User Forum was to responders with vital information regard- and all public safety personnel on recog- bring together Project Lifesaver clients and ing a registrant’s special needs, emergency nizing and understanding individuals on their families, persons interested in learn- contact information, physical description the autism spectrum. Mr. Hines noted that ing about these two programs and repre- and current photograph. the majority of the clients on the Project sentatives from the Monmouth County Registration is as easy inputting infor- Lifesaver program are autistic. Mr. Hines Sheriff’s Office, Prosecutor’s Office and Of- mation on an online application by secure conducts autism training for recruits at the fice on Aging for information sharing and website at www.MCSNRNJ.org. Informa- Monmouth County Police Academy and updates on how these two programs can tion requested includes the registrant’s per- conducts in-service training for municipal save lives. sonal identifiers such as name, address, date public safety agencies. Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun of birth, height, weight, emergency contact Colleen Smith, licensed social worker Golden and Monmouth County Prosecu- information, details about their special and Office on Aging Caregiver Special- tor Christopher Grammiccioni welcomed needs and a current photograph. Addition- ist, Monmouth County Office on Aging, the approximately 60 attendees and talked al information that the applicant can elect processes all applications for Project Life- about their respective offices commitment to provide includes blood type, prescribed saver for seniors with memory disorders to assisting those in need with the Sheriff’s medications and contact information for that tend to wander. Ms. Smith explained Office Project Lifesaver Program and the their treating physicians. Pamphlets were the applications procedure for seniors, the Prosecutor’s Office Special Needs Registry. distributed describing the Monmouth source of funding for the program for se- Detective Shawn Murphy from the County Special Needs Registry. niors, which is the Older Americans Act Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Project Lifesaver, a partnership be- grant, and explained the partnership with opened the forum with a presentation on tween the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Of- the sheriff’s office which does the installa- the Monmouth County Special Needs Reg- fice and Monmouth County Office on Ag- tion of the equipment, family training on istry. Through PowerPoint and discussion, ing, is a radio frequency-based search and how to operate the equipment and the bat- Detective Murphy explained that this free rescue program which was started in 1999 tery replacement every two months. program, a joint collaboration between the in Chesapeake, Virginia. Using a radio (Continued on page 52)

50 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 51 (Continued from page 50) by Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office pub- to work with administrators of Project Life- Public Safety Telecommunicator Al- lic information officer, Cynthia Scott, an saver and the Special Needs Registry to de- lison Welker explained the procedure that Emmy Award-winning journalist. velop ways that our agency can utilize these is followed when a call is received at the Following the panel, Sheriff’s Officer vital tools.” Trisha Murphy, Monmouth Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Com- Kurt Kroeper and his bloodhound K-9 County Division of Child Protection. munications Center when a client on Proj- partner, Skye, addressed the group. Offi- “Education and Community Partner- ect Lifesaver goes missing. The response cer Kroeper explained how a bloodhound ship is critical to address high unmet needs includes notification of the police depart- tracks individuals by tracking skin cells for persons living with dementia and our ment in which the client resides, Project from a specific individual and the success caregivers and families.” Rosyn Kohn, MA, Lifesaver-trained K-9 officers who each rate of Skye’s tracking abilities. Officer Kro- Director of Programs, Alzheimer’s Asso- have a Project Lifesaver tracking device in eper and Skye are called if the missing per- ciation. their vehicles, and, when necessary, heli- son is not a client on the Project Lifesaver “My husband wears a tracking brace- copter support to assist with an airborne program, which provides for the radio sig- let. It is very helpful to me and his family. Project Lifesaver receiver. nal tracking. We don’t have to worry any more about his Capt. Gerald Turning, Tinton Falls Po- Sheriff’s Officer Patrick Luke and Au- getting lost.” Joan Kress. lice Department, the father of an autistic tism Coordinator Fran Hines explained the “This collaborative effort between the child, discussed the fear parents of autistic battery changing process which is conduct- Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, the children experience when their child has ed by the sheriff’s office. Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, an interaction with public safety person- Following the forum session, the the Monmouth County Police Chiefs As- nel. Capt. Turning related personal stories tracking drone was on display in the hall- sociation and the Monmouth County Of- of when his son went missing on three dif- way outside the forum and tours were fice on Aging enabled us to provide, share ferent occasions. He also mentioned his conducted for the attendees wishing to see and communicate information to special concern for the need for increased training the state-of-the-art communication center needs advocates and family members of for police and all public safety personnel in where Project Lifesaver and Special Needs special need individuals,” said Sheriff Shaun recognizing and understanding autistic in- Registry calls are initially received. Golden. “It’s our duty to make every effort dividuals. Was the program successful? Here are to connect with people and present them Following the presentations, a panel of a few comments from attendees: with the opportunity to learn about our the presenters answered specific questions “Child safety is paramount in Mon- programs that assist in ensuring the utmost from the attendees which was moderated mouth County. With this in mind, I’d like of safety to the special needs community.”

52 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 53 legal news Avoid Costly Mistakes In Alimony Matters After Divorce By Heather J. Darling, Esq. hen considering filing a motion one household. In making a determination existing orders; to reduce your alimony pay- regarding cohabitation, the court shall con- (9) Any other factors the court may deem Wments, it is necessary to thor- sider: relevant. oughly understand the proofs and costs (1) Commingling of finances and liabilities; The Plaintiff sought reimbursement for before you make an expensive mistake. As (2) Sharing of living expenses; the detective’s fees and counsel fees as part an attorney, there are times that I see the (3) Recognition of the relationship in the of his motion, while the Defendant also emotions of clients get the best of them, couple’s social and family circle; sought counsel fees for having to defend and they insist on making costly mistakes (4) Time spent in each other’s company against this motion brought in bad faith. against advice of counsel. As much as you and duration of relationship; The judge considered the Plaintiff’s income may want to reduce your alimony payment (5) Sharing of responsibilities; for the year, $758,971, as well as Rule 5:3- based on your ex’s actions or situation, you (6) Whether the recipient of alimony can 5(c) and related statutes in ordering the need to know the law and how it will be ap- rely on ongoing support from the Plaintiff to pay $7,062.17 for Defendant’s plied in your situation. cohabiting individual; counsel fees. In the recent case of Carl B. Gille, Jr. v. (7) All other relevant evidence. The appellate division affirmed upon Nadine S. Gille, heard on appeal from the Plaintiff tried to reduce alimony by determining that the judge below set forth Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery hiring a private detective to watch the De- reasons and conclusions consistent with the Division, Monmouth County, Plaintiff ap- fendant’s home for a 29-day period and de- facts of the case. pealed an order denying his post-judgment termine whether she was cohabitating. The Although Plaintiff clearly wished for a motion to terminate alimony to the Defen- Defendant’s boyfriend was viewed, by the downward reduction in alimony or termi- dant based on alleged cohabitation on the motion judge, as assisting in chores, but the nation thereof, the facts of the case simply part of the Defendant. The Plaintiff also court found his activities to be more chiv- did not give rise to a change of circumstanc- challenged the award of counsel fees to De- alrous in nature than familial obligations. es in the Defendant’s situation which would fendant. The court also found that the paramour’s support such a decision. Had the Plaintiff, As part of the parties’ divorce, the De- presence at the residence only 13 times in or his counsel, objectively analyzed the fendant received a base alimony amount the 29-day period did not meet the stan- circumstances, he could have avoided un- of $135,000, subject to upward adjustment dards of cohabitation, as they clearly did necessary counsel fees for himself and the in any year where the Plaintiff earns over not live together full-time, they did not Defendant. $500,000. The Plaintiff was required to pro- commingle finances and held themselves vide proof of earnings annually to Defendant out as “dating” rather than as “boyfriend Heather Darling has a B.S. in order to determine whether she should and girlfriend.” in Finance and International receive additional alimony in any given year. Rule 5:3-5(c) provides for counsel fees Business from New York It did not go unnoticed by the judge that the in matrimonial actions based on an evalua- University and Juris Doctor Plaintiff acted in bad faith in failing to pro- tion of the following: from Seton Hall University vide financial information required. (1) Financial circumstances of the parties; School of Law. In 2004, she founded The N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 sets forth: (2) Need and ability to pay; Darling Law Firm while continuing to run “Alimony may be suspended or terminated (3) Good faith and reasonableness of Heather-Jo, Inc., a real estate investment if the payee cohabits with another. Cohabi- positions; company. Currently, while maintaining her tation consists of a mutually supportive, in- (4) Extent of either party’s fees; full-time law practice, Heather is serving as timate personal relation in which a couple (5) Prior fees awarded; an elected official on the Morris County, NJ has undertaken obligations and privileges (6) Amount of prior fees awarded; Board of Chosen Freeholders. Heather is an commonly associated with marriage but (7) Results obtained by either party; associate member of IAPSNJ and a strong does not necessarily require the sharing of (8) Whether fees were for enforcement of supporter of law enforcement.

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the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 55 community outreach Ice Cream, Cops and KidsBy Joel E. Gordon ho would have thought that ice Department in the City of Cleveland, Ohio Foundation, a private foundation formed cream could be considered a tool according to previous reports including to provide financial support for the BPD, Wfor police use in community rela- one from Lester Holt of NBC News. they purchased a brand-new truck. They tions and developing investigative leads? Of Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Wil- brought in hometown company Hood Ice course, I always did find that the best places liams said: “We try to reach them when Cream, known for its Hoodsie ice cream to learn about community affairs and to they’re young, to make sure they under- cups, to provide the goods. keep a finger on the pulse of any neighbor- stand that if you see an officer in uniform, It seemed like a great opportunity — hood were barber shops and conversations you can always come to us for help. We there’s no better way to get children to trust with kids in any given area. want to break that stereotype that police police than with ice cream, Grubbs said — Back in my inner-city police days, I officers come when you’re bad to take you so the BPD started taking the “Operation definitely had my own way of working. to jail. Parents shouldn’t tell children that.” Hoodsie Cup” truck to the streets in July During my week of field training, I was “See? Police officers and kids can come to- of 2010. Since then, it’s become so popular, shown how to break up dice games in the gether on a hot summer day and just enjoy the department needs help from the Boston alleys. My Field Training Officer and I -ar ice cream,” Williams added, unpeeling an Police Cadets to keep up with the demand rested as many participants as possible. In orange sherbet Slide-Up. “We had this con- to be at city events. the world under my control, I had a differ- cept probably about four years ago,” Wil- It’s easy to understand why the chil- ent way of dealing with this problem. With liams said, and asked Pierre’s Ice Cream to dren love it. They get free ice cream, do- my blue “emergency” bubble light on, I help. nated by the Hood company, and they would routinely take my marked patrol car Cleveland-based Pierre’s donated make friends with the officers. But the fast down a long alley when area men were 10,000 frozen novelties: Pierre’s All-Ameri- grown-ups like it, too. shooting craps. Seeing me coming, the men can Pops, Strawberry Crunch Bars, Choco- “It gives the adults the opportunity, if would scatter and disappear, leaving behind late Crunch Bars, Ice Cream Sandwiches, there’s something going on in the commu- money in their haste to flee. No arrests were and Slide-Ups Orange Sherbet Treats. An es- nity they want to share, now they’ve got the made. The area children would quickly ap- timated $13,525 worth of treats, plus a por- officer’s ear,” Grubbs explained. pear, gathering up the scattered bills. This table chest freezer to keep everything cold. “These kinds of projects show [the was our daily summertime ritual. In fact, Boston police officer Kenneth Grubbs community] that we care about more than the kids would call in the craps games so grew up in the community he now serves: just arresting,” Grubbs said. that I could make sure that they would Roxbury, one of the city’s roughest neigh- “Anybody here want to be a police officer have money for the Good Humor ice cream borhoods. when they grow up?” Holt asked a group of truck. The kids loved this and I found that Knowing it as well as he does, and be- children visiting the truck. I had a great rapport with most area chil- ing a youth service officer who’s been on the “Me! Me! Me!” they all responded, dren. They would come up to me and talk force for 32 years, he knew a change needed adding that they wanted to “make the world to me at different times and locations dur- to be made. a better place.” ing down time away from calls for service. “The community didn’t want to ap- Ice Cream, cops and kids… A timeless It was always amazing how much you could proach the police,” he told NBC News’ Les- bond during hot summers in the neighbor- learn from the kids. ter Holt. “We weren’t approachable.” hoods that we serve. Now some police departments have As the department was trying to find taken the concept of cops, kids, and ice different ways to gain people’s trust, they Joel E. Gordon is a former Field cream a step further. Police departments brought out an old ice cream truck. See- Training Officer with the Bal- around the United States have used ice ing the initial strong support for the pro- timore City Police Department cream trucks, including the Boston Massa- gram, the BPD decided to take it to the next and is a former Chief of Police chusetts Police Department and the Police level. Teaming up with the Boston Police for the city of Kingwood, West Virginia. He has also served as vice- chair of a regional narcot- ics task force. An award-winning journalist, he is author of the book Still Seeking Justice: One Officer’s Story and founded the Face- book group Police Authors Seeking Justice. Look him up at stillseekingjustice.com

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ccustomed to serving for the Squad), SET (Selective Enforcement Team), ‘92’s end. How was it working chief branch of military service, FIELD FORCE (Emergency Reactionary under him? Kenneth Autenrieb completed Force used for hurricanes, riots, crowd con- I got hired at the beginning of his 2nd his Army enlistment in 1988 and trol, etc.), CI (Criminal Investigations), and term in 1988. He lost the primary in August Apursued employment with the Broward FTO (Field Training Officer) later changed of ‘92 and blamed Hurricane Andrew for County Sheriff’s Office, BCSO. Ken, the to FTD (Field Training Deputy). the low voter turnout. He was a cop’s cop, youngest of four boys, was the one who I loved training the new recruits. The very likable and dedicated to his deputies. always took charge and directed things. other squads had their perks and such, but We had all the latest gadgets and assets, but Upon his separation from service, things I really enjoyed teaching. he never gave us a pay raise. That’s why we would be no different. rallied against him in the ‘92 election. Excited to continue in a field of service, What was the highlight of your he applied to the BCSO. He recalls how his career? “questionable driving record as a youth” It was bittersweet because I received had led him to join the Army, hoping it’d Co-Deputy Of The Year for Pompano Beach help and later, being pleasantly surprised From the moment your career (contract city with BSO) with my best friend when it had. Yet, however forgiving the began to the day it ended, how and partner Danny Frieberger in 2007 for armed forces had been with Ken’s need for much changed and how was the work we did to apprehend the Wal- speed, the BCSO only permitted him to your progression? greens/CVS robbery suspects. We believed be hired for corrections. He notes how, “It Immensely! When I started, it was still them to be responsible for the ambush mur- would take 8.5 years to get cross-certified the good old boys club. I don’t think I would der of our sergeant and good friend Chris and transferred to road patrol.” have ever been hired except for the fact that Reyka. Chris received Deputy of the Year TheBCSO, founded in 1915, is the the agency was growing so fast, as well as for the entire agency (posthumously). county’s lead law enforcement agency in the county as a whole. Women officers were sunny Florida. It oversees more than 1.8 I remember Reyka because I was still wearing skirts and the jails still had old- living in Florida then. It was all million residents, making it the second fashioned bars. Squad cars had an in-car ra- most populated county. Fort Lauderdale, over the news and there was dio and a single bubble light. No computers. a large manhunt. Tell us about the county seat, is a destination for tourists No printers. Nothing of the sort. who enjoy cruising from its port, which is the incident with Reyka in the By the end of my career, we were dis- Walgreen’s parking lot and what one of top three in the world. patched through our in-car laptops. Radios The agency, which services the Fort your agency did for the officer’s were a third the size of the old bricks we family. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Air- carried. All the lights were LED, we wore This is a tough one for me. Chris Reyka port and merged with the Fire Rescue De- body cameras. Dash cameras were reserved was a friend and supervisor for me. Chris partment in 2003, is known for its pioneer- for traffic units only, when they first came loved the “hunt.” He never supervised from ing efforts. Their 911 emergency system out. We went from 8-hour shifts to 12s. behind a desk. Always out hunting. He did is one of the most advanced in the United Seniority means nothing anymore. his regular thing that night, after complet- States; FOX’s “COPS” series first season de- Recruits think they are equals and nobody ing his supervisor paperwork, he drove to buted in 1989 with BCSO; and they devel- pays their dues anymore. Promotions were the Walgreen’s as usual, and found a suspi- oped into the biggest fully accredited sher- based on abilities, now they’re based on the cious vehicle in the back parking lot. Before iff’s office.. best test takers. Let’s listen to this no-nonsense, guy- he could run the temp tag, they backed next-door’s answers on his diverse police I heard Sheriff Nick Navarro straight toward him and ambushed him. career: (1985-1993) was a stellar guy. The agency was incredible to his family. I read that in 84-85, BCSO Two of his children are now deputies with What squads did you work for employees went from 1,600 to the agency. and which was your favorite? 3,000 plus, and that the budget Was the shooter located? MAGTAF (Multi Agency Gang Task that had started at $74 million Technically, it is still an unsolved ho- Force), RACS (Regional Anti-Crime ended up being $200 million by

60 the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 To Advertise Call: 201.881.5100 micide. It is believed that the same sus- pect killed a Dade County officer and the suspect died during a gun battle with the S.W.A.T. Forgive me for not remembering his name. It happened about one month af- ter the Chris Reyka ambush. They just don’t have the evidence to prove it was him. Not yet anyway. When did you retire and what do you do now? June 1st, 2017, which lasted 9 months. I took a job with the City of Clermont as a Park Ranger. It’s part-time at 25 to 30 hours, which is perfect for me. Do you ever miss the job and if so, what do you miss the most? Yes, THE HUNT!!!!!

As you read, Ken is a man of few words on paper, but if you meet him, he will en- gage you in lively conversation about the good old HUNT days. Visit the Clermont, Florida area, and ask for Ranger Ken. I’m sure he will welcome a new friend. References: https://www.sheriff.org/Administration/Pages/ History-of-the-Broward-Sheriff’s-Office.aspx

Julia Torres earned a Master of Science in Homeland Se- curity with a certification in Terrorism Studies from Fair- leigh Dickinson University; a Jersey City State College, K-12 Teacher Certification; and a Bachelor of Arts Visual Arts from Rutgers University, where she enlisted in the Army Reserves. Upon graduating Rutgers, she began a career in law enforcement, and later volunteered for the Gulf War. Once home, she worked undercov- er until retiring in 2001 due to a Gulf War ill- ness. Since then, she has done volunteer work, acted, and written two non-fiction books. Serving our law enforcement officers Located in Fair Lawn & Paterson Foot Care for the Whole Family

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Looking Good for the Summer By Dr. Michael Doblin

As the summer months are now ap- 3. Obesity tory problems. I recommend if possible not proaching, most of us want to maintain a 4. Heart disease to use gamma-aminobutyric acid medica- healthy diet and an esthetically pleasing 5. Cognitive impairment tions, benzodiazepines or antihistamines physique. Many of us want to lose weight 6. Depression as they all are associated with serious side and get involved in an exercise program to 7. Chronic body inflammation - which effects. help us lose weight and to tone our bodies. contributes to diabetes, heart disease If you are interested in a natural sleep The most important step in losing weight is and Alzheimer’s remedy, it should contain: to review one’s sleep habits. The TV show, 8. Increased pain 1. Melatonin-a hormone that controls your “The Biggest Loser” screens for obstruc- 9. Impaired fertilization sleep and wake cycle. Light affects melato- tive sleep apnea, knowing how important 10. Decreased libido nin production. And at night your body weight loss is in relationship to the qual- 11. Stroke releases more melatonin. Indoor lighting, ity of sleep and sleep habits. A poor night’s 12. Higher all-around causes of death television and cellphones disrupt the natu- sleep results in decreased energy, thereby ral release of melatonin. It is very important that we maintain decreasing the amount of fat burned, poor 2. Theanine- an amino acid that has anti- healthy sleeping habits to maintain or im- work performance and irritability. We are anxiety properties, reducing stress and qui- prove our overall metabolism, weight, far less active after a night of poor sleep. eting the mind. health and quality of life. Some important Also, a poor night’s sleep makes us crave 3. Herbs guidelines to follow in order to get a good comfort foods that are high in carbohy- a. Valerian root-naturally increases the night’s sleep are: drates and fat late at night. With sleep de- neurotransmitter GABA that relaxes 1. Try to keep your sleep times consistent. privation, that is sleeping less than seven and calms 2. Try to keep the hours you’re asleep con- quality hours a night, increases our desire b. Passion flower-anti-anxiety, calming sistent. to eat more, to eat more processed food, c. Lemon balm-encourages deeper more 3. Your sleep environment should be opti- and to not digest the food efficiently. Sleep restful sleep, is an antioxidant, and mized for ideal comfort and sleep. deprivation also makes us tired, slows our improves memory and mood. 4. Be aware of when you feel rested and the metabolism, increases weight gain, increas- d. Hops-calming and anti-anxiety qualities that were present to allow that to es muscle loss and increases the risk for e. Chamomile- anti-inflammatory, helps happen. chronic diseases including metabolic syn- with skin irritation and digestion 5. Be cognizant of when you ate poorly and drome, diabetes and obesity. It is important 4. Magnesium-a mineral slept less. that we sleep 7-8 quality hours of sleep a The best delivery method for a sleep 6. Be cognizant of when you ate later and night, anything more or less is detrimental remedy is liquid extracts, as they are easily slept less. to our overall health. By having the ideal absorbed. NOCTUREST is highly recom- 7. Stop medications or supplements that sleep, it makes it easier for us to maintain mended by most Internet sites as combin- cause excessive excitability or drowsiness the balance between the energy we get from ing all the above natural ingredients into such as caffeine or antihistamines. Experi- our food and the amount of energy we ex- one sleep aid. ment with stopping the medication or sup- pend, so that having that balance prevents Weight maintenance, exercise and plement or what time you’re taking it. us from excessive weight gain. It is also im- quality of sleep are all interrelated. In or- 8. 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Stress By Chris Amos STRESS – A reality of life. The byprod- life opting for the path of least resistance. ate your vigilance, on duty and off. uct of getting out of bed in the morning. They hope if they are kind, respectful and Friend, you are not like most people, The unavoidable consequence of getting the responsible then their lives will be comfort- you are “called.” You may not even realize mail for many, or answering the phone for able, peaceful and enjoyable. Most people it, but you have been called by Almighty others. The stress of families, finances, and would rather look away from evil than God to do what you do. This world is un- broken-down cars. The stress of caring for square up to it. Most people are likely to der the control of the Prince of Darkness, young children or aging parents. The stress go along to get along. Most people cannot satan. His agenda is simple. He wants to of a mundane shift of part-time work after get their heads around the potential for sow seeds of fear, chaos, division, death and an exhausting shift on the street. Life can be evil that exists in mankind. You, my friend, destruction. By virtue of the oath you have a bit overwhelming when it comes to stress. ARE NOT MOST PEOPLE! taken you stand in direct opposition to his Now, if that isn’t enough add to it the stress You have chosen to not simply square plans for your city, your town, your county of wondering, even if fleetingly, the possi- up to evil but to run toward it, giving lit- or state. You have sworn, so help you God, bility that this next call for service may be tle, if any, thought to your own wellbeing. to fight the greatest of fights against evil your last. The stress of going “viral” for use There is a memorial wall in Washington and evil doers. And friend for this reason of force, at best. Or the stress of being am- D.C., and countless other smaller memo- the Holy Spirit-inspired Word of Almighty bushed while taking a dinner break, at worst. rials in police stations, sheriff’s offices and God says this about you in Romans 13:1-4, In the first case, your livelihood may be in city halls across this country, that remind “Let everyone be subject to the governing danger. In the second your very life. Never us of your willingness to stand your ground authorities, for there is no authority except mind the stress of going to court following a while others flee. What you do is not nor- that which God has established. The au- 12-hour night shift. The stress of reviewing mal. It is not natural. Many would say it’s thorities that exist have been established by your annual evaluation. The stress of getting not even sane… but you do it nonetheless. God. Consequently, whoever rebels against called into your Sergeant’s office or Lieuten- You are that Thin Blue Line that stays ever the authority is rebelling against what God ant’s or Captain’s or … Internal Affairs. The vigilant regardless of the time of day or day has instituted, and those who do so will stress of trying to get out of a mandatory de- of the week. While others flee approaching bring judgment on themselves. For rulers tail, to make your kid’s T-ball game, which hurricanes or other natural disasters, you hold no terror for those who do right, but by the way, you are coaching. Welcome to must prepare as best you can because, like for those who do wrong. Do you want to your world. And to think you volunteered evil, your job is to face the threat, not flee be free from fear of the one in authority? for this gig. What were you thinking? it. While others look forward to the many Then do what is right and you will be com- Friend, you are working in one of, if not three-day holidays the calendar affords mended. For the one in authority is God’s the, most stress-filled times for law enforce- “normal” working folks, you’ll throw your servant for your good. But if you do wrong, ment. Every day, my news feed runneth vest, badge and gun on and hit the streets or be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword over with videos of LEOs kicking, punch- the jail yet again, thankful for the extra few for no reason. They are God’s servants, ing, body slamming and choking suspects, dollars you’ll get for working a holiday. agents of wrath to bring punishment on the many of whom are handcuffed. Every day People don’t know what to make of wrongdoer.” officers are being suspended, fired, and you. Are you a friend or someone to be Friend, know this, despite the loud and even charged for excessive force. If a per- feared? Should they look you in the eyes or hate-filled voices that shout against you and son didn’t know better they would think look away? Should they shake your hand the piercing eyes that would just as soon the entire occupation of 800,000-plus law or keep their distance? People don’t under- see you dead, Almighty God, the Creator enforcement officers were city, state or fed- stand why you cannot sit with your back to of the Heavens and the Earth, the Alpha erally certified bullies. But we know many the door. Why you don’t like crowds. Why and Omega, Beginning and the End, stands of the videos making the rounds on social you would rather eat alone in your car than with you! You are doing His bidding and media often are misrepresentations of what in a busy restaurant. People don’t under- you do not do it alone for He is by your side. really happened. I liken it to the athlete who stand why you insist on carrying off duty, For all that you do and the many sacrifices reacts to being fouled. It is always the reac- even if you’re just running up to the local that you make I just want to say “THANK tion that gets caught and penalized NEVER convenience store, taking your child to the YOU, GOD BLESS AND BE SAFE!” the foul. What does this mean for you? Just doctor or going to church. People don’t un- See you at the finish line! more stress and a bigger headache. derstand why your head is always moving, So now that I have brightened your day, your eyes always scanning, no matter where Chris Amos is a retired officer and let me tell you the good news. Anybody, you are or what you are doing. People don’t former spokesperson for the Nor- and I mean everybody, who stands in the understand why you don’t smile more, folk Virginia Police Department. gap between chaos and order, lawlessness laugh more. Why you’re not as friendly and He is currently the pastor at Chr1st and law-abiding, darkness and light is go- outgoing as perhaps you once were. Some- Fellowship Church in Norfolk. He is married for 30 years and is the ing to face tremendous adversity, a bear of times even your own family may question proud father of three children, two of whom are po- a headwind, and a dump truck-sized load some of the quirky habits you have picked lice officers. He serves as the volunteer Chaplain for of stress. Most will quickly shy away from up as a law enforcement officer, but in time Norfolk Police Dept. and Norfolk Sheriff’s Office. such a challenge. Most people flow through they will come to understand and appreci-

the Bluemagazine | Vol. 9 - Issue 5 2018 65 fitness Food forSuccess Prepping By Sgt. Kaluba “Coach Kal” Chipepo, MBA can still remember the drill sergeants at the police academy that 5th cup of coffee or sugar-laden Red Bull. And, if your cook- motivating the recruits to, ”Push Forward!”, “Don’t give up!” ing skills are not up to par, fear not, there are a number of places Iand bellowing, “You Can Do It!” all in the name of preparing that offer meal preparation services so you don’t even have to think us for the vigor of law enforcement. Everyone graduated prepared about like Eat Clean Bro, and Muscle Maker Grill Meal Plan, while and in the finest shape of their lives. For most of us, it would be Wegman’s offer a great variety of meals you can customize or select the last time we would embrace such a level of fitness. One of the prepacked meals that you can pick up. common themes behind the police academy experience was the So although you may not have the positive synergy the police development of situational awareness, ability to trust your instincts academy offered as a means of ushering you into top shapey, and being hyper vigilant for those things that will keep us alive on starting to bring these meals in will attract your coworkers to pick the street, we were told. up their game as well. Remember, you cannot overcome what you Fast forward 5, 10, 15+ years into the job and realize that while will not confront. Taking the initiative to improve You is a way for those traits were refined and tested to keep you alive on the streets. us to continue to enjoy great food, great conversation and a great What wasn’t was the ability to trust your instincts when it comes pension! to your food intake. It’s the food we are consuming if we are not If you have any questions or would like more information, feel careful that is slowly working to destroy us from the inside. You see, free to email me at [email protected] 70 percent of any effective fitness routine is the food we consume. And, unlike instinctively thinking on the fly to stay alive on the Sgt. Kaluba “Coach Kal” Chipepo, MBA is a Sergeant streets, you cannot rely on what you, “feel like eating” to pick food in his 16th year with Montclair State University PD choices that align with optimal health. The brain is just not wired and Adjunct Professor in the Justice Studies program. to think “I really would like a bland veggie burger and side salad” He is also the owner/founder of Motivate One Fitness, in response to your thought. If you are going to be successful, it is an Onsite Personal Training Service. He can be reached going to take some planning to ward off the gang of killers called, at [email protected] cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Trying to decide what to eat halfway through your shift almost always results in the selection of some fast food, tasty Italian, Chinese or Mexican fare. For the food almost serves as that magic elixir that offsets the crap you had to deal with from the dirt bag, the domestic, issuance of tickets and/or service calls. One of the sure ways to relieve your mind from making one less decision of the day is through preparing your food before start- ing your tour of duty. Food prepping is nothing new, but it does take work. Some of the biggest benefits of preparing your food in advance is it: • Eliminates your dependency on eating based upon your feelings • Controls your calorie intake • Increases the quality of your food • Reduces your weekly eating out costs, and • Prevents overeating If you are one who does not subscribe to food prepping as a strategy to help reach your fitness goals, then you are setting yourself up for a setback. We can rely on your brethren for so many things, but healthy eating is not one of them. Usually when a fellow officer ask the question, “What are we eating?” It results in the consumption of great food, great conversation and a great amount of calories, most of which are adversaries to our arteries. So this week, take the time to make a trip to the supermarket for the sole purpose of taking back control over your food choices. Invest in a few club packs of healthy snacks and keep them in your locker and duty bag. This will serve for having “snacks at the ready” when you have circled the community for the hundredth time and are simply bored. Make an effort to up your water intake instead of

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Interest Rates By Fasil Khan e’ve been watching mortgage rates climb. So, is now a good time to buy a home? interest rates climb steadily As of May 31st, mortgage interest rates The answer is yes, if you’re aiming to get a W higher since the beginning of dropped down to 4.56%. According to solid interest rate which is still historically the year. January saw rates around 3.95%, Freddie Mac, this occurred as a direct re- low. Yes, there could be another dip in which have since increased to a 7-year high sponse to recent geopolitical activity which interest rates which may or may not be of 4.61% as of mid-May. As interest rates resulted in lower, long-term yield predic- below yours. But why take the chance? have gone above the 4% mark, some buyers tions from the Treasury. Up or down, it’s In reviewing market predictions and and real estate investors are concerned the important to keep current news and events expectations, buying now is a sure way to increase may not stop and we could see a in mind when planning to buy a home, this avoid the anticipated rise to come. return to higher than average rates. will help you be prepared when it’s time to Understanding how the real estate With higher rates can come less pur- apply for a loan. market works will help you make the best- chase power, as more of your mortgage pay- Determining the right time to buy informed decisions when it comes to buy- ment will go toward interest costs, which based on interest rates can feel like a chal- ing or selling your home. If you have a will impact the bottom line of your loan. lenge, but this depends on perspective. passion for realty, and for helping people, While you may be able to get a $400,000 Even with the increase in mortgage rates becoming a licensed real estate agent may loan at 4.00% interest, the same loan will throughout 2018, rates are still historically be the next adventure for you to explore. cost you more with a higher interest rate. lower. Before the new century, many buy- Is your interest piqued? Call or Email Fasil Let’s take a 30-year mortgage for ers were happy to get a rate lower than 8%, Khan to learn more about what it takes to $400,000 to provide an example to show which was closer to the norm throughout be a successful agent. how much 1% difference in an interest rate much of the 1970s and 1990s. can make. At 4.5% interest, a $400,000 One important factor to keep in mind Fasil Khan is a Paterson Po- mortgage will net an approximate monthly is: What do market experts expect to happen lice Officer and a Real Estate payment of $2,300. The same loan with a over the coming months? A recent Kiplinger Agent at Keller Williams Vil- 5.5% interest rate will result in a $2,550 ap- article notes that mortgage interest rates are lage Square. Fasil enjoys help- proximate payment. These are just exam- expected to rise above the 5% mark by next ing fellow law enforcement ple figures pulled from MortgageCalcula- year, in large part because unemployment officers with the purchase of tor.net, (where anyone can calculate the rates are anticipated to continue to decline. investment properties, as well as general sell- approximates costs of a mortgage), but as As job growth increases, the economy fares ing and purchasing needs Have questions? you can see, the difference can be signifi- well, but inflation also occurs, which is then Connect with Fasil by calling 201-739-7397 cant in how much you will pay as interest reflected in higher interest rates. or email at [email protected] FLORIDA

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